Jefferson Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 110,285.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson Parish is $1,265, which is 73% higher than the Louisiana state average and 34% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.52% on a median home value of $243,500. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,265
+73% vs State
-34% vs US
Median Home Value
$243,500
+50% vs State
+15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.52%
+24% vs State
-45% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,496
$125/mo
Without Mortgage
$931
$78/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 | $1,265 +7.8% | 0.52% |
| 2022 | $1,173 +11.7% | 0.51% |
| 2021 | $1,050 +7.7% | 0.52% |
| 2020 | $975 +0.8% | 0.50% |
| 2019 | $967 | 0.51% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,246
per year
Monthly Tax
$105
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Tangipahoa Parish
Tax: $887/yr Rate: 0.43%
Pointe Coupee Parish
Tax: $491/yr Rate: 0.28%
East Baton Rouge Parish
Tax: $1,547/yr Rate: 0.64%
Acadia Parish
Tax: $446/yr Rate: 0.30%
Lafayette Parish
Tax: $1,329/yr Rate: 0.57%
West Baton Rouge Parish
Tax: $1,336/yr Rate: 0.59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson Parish is $1,265 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.52% on a median home value of $243,500.
How does Jefferson Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson Parish are 34% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jefferson Parish? ▼
In Jefferson Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,496 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $931. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson Parish represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $65,246. 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.