Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 9,991.
The median annual property tax in Avoyelles Parish is $244, which is 67% lower than the Louisiana state average and 87% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.20% on a median home value of $120,200. Property taxes represent 0.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$244
-67% vs State
-87% vs US
Median Home Value
$120,200
-26% vs State
-43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.20%
-52% vs State
-79% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$370
$31/mo
Without Mortgage
$199
$17/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 | $244 +22.6% | 0.20% |
| 2022 | $199 +0.0% | 0.16% |
| 2021 | $199 +0.0% | 0.19% |
| 2020 | $199 -1.0% | 0.19% |
| 2019 | $201 | 0.19% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$39,439
per year
Monthly Tax
$20
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Red River Parish
Tax: $555/yr Rate: 0.54%
West Baton Rouge Parish
Tax: $1,336/yr Rate: 0.59%
Union Parish
Tax: $470/yr Rate: 0.41%
St. Bernard Parish
Tax: $976/yr Rate: 0.51%
Plaquemines Parish
Tax: $1,275/yr Rate: 0.46%
LaSalle Parish
Tax: $578/yr Rate: 0.42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Avoyelles Parish is $244 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.20% on a median home value of $120,200.
How does Avoyelles Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Avoyelles Parish are 87% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.20% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Avoyelles Parish? ▼
In Avoyelles Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $370 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $199. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Avoyelles Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Avoyelles Parish represent approximately 0.6% of the median household income of $39,439. 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.