Tensas Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 1,134.
The median annual property tax in Tensas Parish is $232, which is 68% lower than the Louisiana state average and 88% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.29% on a median home value of $80,300. Property taxes represent 0.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$232
-68% vs State
-88% vs US
Median Home Value
$80,300
-50% vs State
-62% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.29%
-31% vs State
-69% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$253
$21/mo
Without Mortgage
$218
$18/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 | $232 -10.4% | 0.29% |
| 2022 | $259 +4.0% | 0.33% |
| 2021 | $249 -40.4% | 0.30% |
| 2020 | $418 +38.4% | 0.53% |
| 2019 | $302 | 0.45% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$36,074
per year
Monthly Tax
$19
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Acadia Parish
Tax: $446/yr Rate: 0.30%
Plaquemines Parish
Tax: $1,275/yr Rate: 0.46%
Pointe Coupee Parish
Tax: $491/yr Rate: 0.28%
Union Parish
Tax: $470/yr Rate: 0.41%
Franklin Parish
Tax: $378/yr Rate: 0.32%
St. Bernard Parish
Tax: $976/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Tensas Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Tensas Parish is $232 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.29% on a median home value of $80,300.
How does Tensas Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Tensas Parish are 88% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.29% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Tensas Parish? ▼
In Tensas Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $253 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $218. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Tensas Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Tensas Parish represent approximately 0.6% of the median household income of $36,074. 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.