St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 81,413.
The median annual property tax in St. Tammany Parish is $2,005, which is 174% higher than the Louisiana state average and 4% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.74% on a median home value of $272,200. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,005
+174% vs State
+4% vs US
Median Home Value
$272,200
+68% vs State
+29% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.74%
+76% vs State
-22% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,159
$180/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,698
$142/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 | $2,005 +2.5% | 0.74% |
| 2022 | $1,956 +9.3% | 0.75% |
| 2021 | $1,790 +3.6% | 0.77% |
| 2020 | $1,728 -0.9% | 0.77% |
| 2019 | $1,744 | 0.80% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,277
per year
Monthly Tax
$167
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Lincoln Parish
Tax: $975/yr Rate: 0.50%
Calcasieu Parish
Tax: $926/yr Rate: 0.44%
Ouachita Parish
Tax: $1,016/yr Rate: 0.56%
Cameron Parish
Tax: $814/yr Rate: 0.44%
Acadia Parish
Tax: $446/yr Rate: 0.30%
Ascension Parish
Tax: $1,419/yr Rate: 0.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in St. Tammany Parish is $2,005 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.74% on a median home value of $272,200.
How does St. Tammany Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in St. Tammany Parish are 4% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.74% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in St. Tammany Parish? ▼
In St. Tammany Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,159 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,698. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in St. Tammany Parish? ▼
Property taxes in St. Tammany Parish represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $79,277. 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.