Bossier Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 32,813.
The median annual property tax in Bossier Parish is $1,380, which is 89% higher than the Louisiana state average and 28% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $215,100. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,380
+89% vs State
-28% vs US
Median Home Value
$215,100
+33% vs State
+2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.64%
+52% vs State
-33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,605
$134/mo
Without Mortgage
$900
$75/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 | $1,380 -1.0% | 0.64% |
| 2022 | $1,394 +8.3% | 0.67% |
| 2021 | $1,287 +1.3% | 0.72% |
| 2020 | $1,270 +18.1% | 0.72% |
| 2019 | $1,075 | 0.62% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,336
per year
Monthly Tax
$115
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Madison Parish
Tax: $208/yr Rate: 0.23%
Morehouse Parish
Tax: $467/yr Rate: 0.43%
Terrebonne Parish
Tax: $852/yr Rate: 0.45%
Acadia Parish
Tax: $446/yr Rate: 0.30%
Winn Parish
Tax: $323/yr Rate: 0.31%
De Soto Parish
Tax: $467/yr Rate: 0.31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bossier Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bossier Parish is $1,380 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $215,100.
How does Bossier Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bossier Parish are 28% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.64% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bossier Parish? ▼
In Bossier Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,605 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $900. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bossier Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Bossier Parish represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $66,336. 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.