De Soto Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 7,745.
The median annual property tax in De Soto Parish is $467, which is 36% lower than the Louisiana state average and 76% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $150,700. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$467
-36% vs State
-76% vs US
Median Home Value
$150,700
-7% vs State
-29% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.31%
-26% vs State
-67% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,047
$87/mo
Without Mortgage
$283
$24/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 | $467 +14.5% | 0.31% |
| 2022 | $408 +20.0% | 0.28% |
| 2021 | $340 +23.2% | 0.27% |
| 2020 | $276 -20.0% | 0.24% |
| 2019 | $345 | 0.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$46,077
per year
Monthly Tax
$39
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Jefferson Parish
Tax: $1,265/yr Rate: 0.52%
Tensas Parish
Tax: $232/yr Rate: 0.29%
St. Tammany Parish
Tax: $2,005/yr Rate: 0.74%
Natchitoches Parish
Tax: $766/yr Rate: 0.47%
Terrebonne Parish
Tax: $852/yr Rate: 0.45%
St. Martin Parish
Tax: $610/yr Rate: 0.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in De Soto Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in De Soto Parish is $467 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.31% on a median home value of $150,700.
How does De Soto Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in De Soto Parish are 76% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.31% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in De Soto Parish? ▼
In De Soto Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,047 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $283. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in De Soto Parish? ▼
Property taxes in De Soto Parish represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $46,077. 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.