Union Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 6,274.
The median annual property tax in Union Parish is $470, which is 36% lower than the Louisiana state average and 76% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $115,400. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$470
-36% vs State
-76% vs US
Median Home Value
$115,400
-29% vs State
-45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.41%
-2% vs State
-57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$686
$57/mo
Without Mortgage
$304
$25/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 | $470 +14.6% | 0.41% |
| 2022 | $410 +7.0% | 0.35% |
| 2021 | $383 +16.8% | 0.41% |
| 2020 | $328 -4.1% | 0.35% |
| 2019 | $342 | 0.38% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$45,743
per year
Monthly Tax
$39
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Plaquemines Parish
Tax: $1,275/yr Rate: 0.46%
Ascension Parish
Tax: $1,419/yr Rate: 0.53%
Madison Parish
Tax: $208/yr Rate: 0.23%
Claiborne Parish
Tax: $304/yr Rate: 0.37%
West Feliciana Parish
Tax: $1,359/yr Rate: 0.52%
Bossier Parish
Tax: $1,380/yr Rate: 0.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Union Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Union Parish is $470 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $115,400.
How does Union Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Union Parish are 76% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.41% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Union Parish? ▼
In Union Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $686 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $304. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Union Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Union Parish represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $45,743. 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.