Property Tax for Louisiana (2026)

How This Calculator Works in Louisiana

This calculator estimates your annual Louisiana property tax based on your home's value and the state's average effective rate of 0.55%. Enter your property value to see your estimated annual tax bill.

Louisiana Overview

Louisiana has an effective property tax rate of 0.55%, below the national average of ~1.11%. A defining feature of the state's system is that $75,000 homestead exemption — one of nation's most generous. Special assessments for agricultural/timberland use, making it important for homeowners to understand local assessment practices and available exemptions.

How Louisiana Compares

Louisiana's property tax rate of 0.55% compares to Texas at 1.8% and Mississippi at 0.81%. The relatively low rate makes property ownership more affordable from a tax perspective.

Louisiana's property tax rate of 0.55% compares to a national average of approximately 1.11%. This is below the national average.

Tips for Louisiana Residents

• 1Louisiana's effective property tax rate of 0.55% is below the national average of ~1.11%. Key feature: $75,000 homestead exemption — one of nation's most generous.
• 2Special assessments for agricultural/timberland use. Always verify your assessed value matches your property's actual condition and features.
• 3Appeal your property tax assessment if comparable sales in your area suggest your home is overvalued — Louisiana allows formal protests through the county or local assessor's office.
• 4Check whether you qualify for Louisiana's homestead exemption or other relief programs (senior, disabled, veteran) — these can meaningfully reduce your annual tax bill.
• 5Louisiana property taxes are deductible on your federal return subject to the $10,000 SALT cap. With a 0.55% rate, a $350,000 home owes roughly $1,925/year before exemptions.

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