West Carroll Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 2,858.
The median annual property tax in West Carroll Parish is $199, which is 73% lower than the Louisiana state average and 90% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.20% on a median home value of $97,600. Property taxes represent 0.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$199
-73% vs State
-90% vs US
Median Home Value
$97,600
-40% vs State
-54% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.20%
-52% vs State
-79% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$261
$22/mo
Without Mortgage
$199
$17/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 | $199 +0.0% | 0.20% |
| 2022 | $199 +0.0% | 0.20% |
| 2021 | $199 -16.0% | 0.23% |
| 2020 | $237 -18.8% | 0.28% |
| 2019 | $292 | 0.32% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,514
per year
Monthly Tax
$17
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
St. Martin Parish
Tax: $610/yr Rate: 0.40%
Lincoln Parish
Tax: $975/yr Rate: 0.50%
Cameron Parish
Tax: $814/yr Rate: 0.44%
Ouachita Parish
Tax: $1,016/yr Rate: 0.56%
Sabine Parish
Tax: $495/yr Rate: 0.38%
Bienville Parish
Tax: $299/yr Rate: 0.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in West Carroll Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in West Carroll Parish is $199 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.20% on a median home value of $97,600.
How does West Carroll Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in West Carroll Parish are 90% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.20% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in West Carroll Parish? ▼
In West Carroll Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $261 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $199. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in West Carroll Parish? ▼
Property taxes in West Carroll Parish represent approximately 0.4% of the median household income of $48,514. 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.