Caldwell Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 2,544.
The median annual property tax in Caldwell Parish is $341, which is 53% lower than the Louisiana state average and 82% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.32% on a median home value of $106,000. Property taxes represent 0.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$341
-53% vs State
-82% vs US
Median Home Value
$106,000
-35% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.32%
-24% vs State
-66% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,112
$93/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 | $341 -5.0% | 0.32% |
| 2022 | $359 +4.7% | 0.35% |
| 2021 | $343 +3.6% | 0.41% |
| 2020 | $331 +4.4% | 0.42% |
| 2019 | $317 | 0.41% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$44,957
per year
Monthly Tax
$28
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Assumption Parish
Tax: $609/yr Rate: 0.43%
Beauregard Parish
Tax: $544/yr Rate: 0.33%
Plaquemines Parish
Tax: $1,275/yr Rate: 0.46%
Catahoula Parish
Tax: $257/yr Rate: 0.29%
Cameron Parish
Tax: $814/yr Rate: 0.44%
Union Parish
Tax: $470/yr Rate: 0.41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Caldwell Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Caldwell Parish is $341 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.32% on a median home value of $106,000.
How does Caldwell Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Caldwell Parish are 82% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.32% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Caldwell Parish? ▼
In Caldwell Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,112 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 Caldwell Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Caldwell Parish represent approximately 0.8% of the median household income of $44,957. 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.