East Baton Rouge Parish, LA Property Tax: $1,547/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in East Baton Rouge Parish is 0.64% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $241,800, that works out to about $1,548 per year, or $129 per month. East Baton Rouge Parish is located in central Louisiana, and is home to approximately 452,821 residents.
About East Baton Rouge Parish
East Baton Rouge Parish covers approximately 455.5 square miles in Louisiana. The county is home to about 452,821 residents living in roughly 205,518 housing units, of which 50.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $63,075, and the median home was built in 1983.
East Baton Rouge Parish borders Ascension Parish, East Feliciana Parish, Iberville Parish, Livingston Parish, St. Helena Parish — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Louisiana
Property taxes in Louisiana are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Louisiana offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
East Baton Rouge Parish vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Baton Rouge Parish, LA | 0.64% | $241,800 | $1,548 |
| Louisiana state average | 0.42% | — | $1,016* |
| Ascension Parish | 0.53% | $265,300 | $1,419 |
| East Feliciana Parish | 0.15% | $213,700 | $328 |
| Iberville Parish | 0.33% | $177,100 | $581 |
| Livingston Parish | 0.49% | $218,900 | $1,079 |
| St. Helena Parish | 0.42% | $106,400 | $448 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at East Baton Rouge Parish's median home value of $241,800. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does East Baton Rouge Parish's property tax rate compare to the rest of Louisiana?
At 0.64%, East Baton Rouge Parish is higher than the Louisiana state average of 0.42%. On a home at the county median of $241,800, that means about $1,548 per year — versus $1,016 at the state average rate, a difference of $532 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, East Baton Rouge Parish is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in East Baton Rouge Parish?
For a home at the county median value of $241,800, the annual property tax in East Baton Rouge Parish is approximately $1,548 — or about $129 per month. For a home worth $362,700, expect around $2,321 per year. For a $483,600 home, approximately $3,095 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a East Baton Rouge Parish property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in East Baton Rouge Parish are handled by the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in East Baton Rouge Parish?
Louisiana counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.64% shown here. Contact the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File