Livingston Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 41,743.
The median annual property tax in Livingston Parish is $1,079, which is 47% higher than the Louisiana state average and 44% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.49% on a median home value of $218,900. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,079
+47% vs State
-44% vs US
Median Home Value
$218,900
+35% vs State
+3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.49%
+17% vs State
-48% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,239
$103/mo
Without Mortgage
$672
$56/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 | $1,079 +5.5% | 0.49% |
| 2022 | $1,023 +6.9% | 0.49% |
| 2021 | $957 +2.5% | 0.52% |
| 2020 | $934 +6.4% | 0.54% |
| 2019 | $878 | 0.53% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$78,617
per year
Monthly Tax
$90
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Lafayette Parish
Tax: $1,329/yr Rate: 0.57%
Orleans Parish
Tax: $2,428/yr Rate: 0.82%
Pointe Coupee Parish
Tax: $491/yr Rate: 0.28%
De Soto Parish
Tax: $467/yr Rate: 0.31%
Caldwell Parish
Tax: $341/yr Rate: 0.32%
East Feliciana Parish
Tax: $328/yr Rate: 0.15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Livingston Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Livingston Parish is $1,079 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.49% on a median home value of $218,900.
How does Livingston Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Livingston Parish are 44% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.49% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Livingston Parish? ▼
In Livingston Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,239 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $672. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Livingston Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Livingston Parish represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $78,617. 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.