Vermilion Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 16,272.
The median annual property tax in Vermilion Parish is $538, which is 27% lower than the Louisiana state average and 72% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $159,700. Property taxes represent 0.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$538
-27% vs State
-72% vs US
Median Home Value
$159,700
-1% vs State
-25% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.34%
-19% vs State
-64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,028
$86/mo
Without Mortgage
$260
$22/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 | $538 -0.6% | 0.34% |
| 2022 | $541 +22.1% | 0.35% |
| 2021 | $443 +11.3% | 0.33% |
| 2020 | $398 +10.2% | 0.31% |
| 2019 | $361 | 0.30% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,537
per year
Monthly Tax
$45
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Cameron Parish
Tax: $814/yr Rate: 0.44%
Tangipahoa Parish
Tax: $887/yr Rate: 0.43%
Richland Parish
Tax: $438/yr Rate: 0.35%
De Soto Parish
Tax: $467/yr Rate: 0.31%
Caddo Parish
Tax: $1,081/yr Rate: 0.61%
Claiborne Parish
Tax: $304/yr Rate: 0.37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Vermilion Parish is $538 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $159,700.
How does Vermilion Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Vermilion Parish are 72% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.34% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Vermilion Parish? ▼
In Vermilion Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,028 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $260. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Vermilion Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Vermilion Parish represent approximately 0.9% of the median household income of $57,537. 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.