Washington Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 12,247.
The median annual property tax in Washington Parish is $488, which is 33% lower than the Louisiana state average and 75% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.35% on a median home value of $139,400. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$488
-33% vs State
-75% vs US
Median Home Value
$139,400
-14% vs State
-34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.35%
-17% vs State
-63% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$806
$67/mo
Without Mortgage
$372
$31/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 | $488 +4.5% | 0.35% |
| 2022 | $467 +8.4% | 0.35% |
| 2021 | $431 -8.5% | 0.38% |
| 2020 | $471 +24.6% | 0.41% |
| 2019 | $378 | 0.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$42,776
per year
Monthly Tax
$41
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Bienville Parish
Tax: $299/yr Rate: 0.32%
Bossier Parish
Tax: $1,380/yr Rate: 0.64%
Acadia Parish
Tax: $446/yr Rate: 0.30%
Franklin Parish
Tax: $378/yr Rate: 0.32%
Rapides Parish
Tax: $1,024/yr Rate: 0.57%
De Soto Parish
Tax: $467/yr Rate: 0.31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington Parish is $488 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.35% on a median home value of $139,400.
How does Washington Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington Parish are 75% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.35% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington Parish? ▼
In Washington Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $806 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $372. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Washington Parish represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $42,776. 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.