West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 7,889.
The median annual property tax in West Baton Rouge Parish is $1,336, which is 83% higher than the Louisiana state average and 31% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.59% on a median home value of $225,900. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,336
+83% vs State
-31% vs US
Median Home Value
$225,900
+40% vs State
+7% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.59%
+40% vs State
-38% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,435
$120/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,167
$97/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 | $1,336 +8.4% | 0.59% |
| 2022 | $1,233 +15.1% | 0.55% |
| 2021 | $1,071 +7.3% | 0.55% |
| 2020 | $998 +0.9% | 0.51% |
| 2019 | $989 | 0.49% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$87,320
per year
Monthly Tax
$111
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Caldwell Parish
Tax: $341/yr Rate: 0.32%
Winn Parish
Tax: $323/yr Rate: 0.31%
Concordia Parish
Tax: $393/yr Rate: 0.38%
Grant Parish
Tax: $864/yr Rate: 0.64%
Jackson Parish
Tax: $354/yr Rate: 0.33%
Beauregard Parish
Tax: $544/yr Rate: 0.33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in West Baton Rouge Parish is $1,336 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.59% on a median home value of $225,900.
How does West Baton Rouge Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in West Baton Rouge Parish are 31% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.59% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in West Baton Rouge Parish? ▼
In West Baton Rouge Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,435 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,167. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in West Baton Rouge Parish? ▼
Property taxes in West Baton Rouge Parish represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $87,320. 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.