St. Charles Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 15,397.
The median annual property tax in St. Charles Parish is $1,475, which is 102% higher than the Louisiana state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $256,800. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,475
+102% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$256,800
+59% vs State
+21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
+36% vs State
-40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,564
$130/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,333
$111/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,475 +2.1% | 0.57% |
| 2022 | $1,445 +8.9% | 0.58% |
| 2021 | $1,327 +1.5% | 0.61% |
| 2020 | $1,307 +8.6% | 0.64% |
| 2019 | $1,203 | 0.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$82,172
per year
Monthly Tax
$123
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Pointe Coupee Parish
Tax: $491/yr Rate: 0.28%
Natchitoches Parish
Tax: $766/yr Rate: 0.47%
St. Helena Parish
Tax: $448/yr Rate: 0.42%
Plaquemines Parish
Tax: $1,275/yr Rate: 0.46%
East Feliciana Parish
Tax: $328/yr Rate: 0.15%
Tangipahoa Parish
Tax: $887/yr Rate: 0.43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in St. Charles Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in St. Charles Parish is $1,475 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $256,800.
How does St. Charles Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in St. Charles Parish are 23% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in St. Charles Parish? ▼
In St. Charles Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,564 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,333. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in St. Charles Parish? ▼
Property taxes in St. Charles Parish represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $82,172. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.