Livingston Parish, LA Property Tax: $1,079/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Livingston Parish is 0.49% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $218,900, that works out to about $1,073 per year, or $89 per month. Livingston Parish is located in eastern Louisiana, and is home to approximately 145,583 residents.
About Livingston Parish
Livingston Parish covers approximately 648.1 square miles in Louisiana. The county is home to about 145,583 residents living in roughly 58,899 housing units, of which 70.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $78,617, and the median home was built in 2001.
Livingston Parish borders Ascension Parish, East Baton Rouge Parish, St. Helena Parish, St. John the Baptist Parish, Tangipahoa 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 Livingston Parish Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Livingston Parish vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Livingston Parish, LA | 0.49% | $218,900 | $1,073 |
| Louisiana state average | 0.42% | — | $919* |
| Ascension Parish | 0.53% | $265,300 | $1,419 |
| East Baton Rouge Parish | 0.64% | $241,800 | $1,547 |
| St. Helena Parish | 0.42% | $106,400 | $448 |
| St. John the Baptist Parish | 0.45% | $184,000 | $829 |
| Tangipahoa Parish | 0.43% | $204,600 | $887 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Livingston Parish's median home value of $218,900. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Livingston Parish's property tax rate compare to the rest of Louisiana?
At 0.49%, Livingston Parish is higher than the Louisiana state average of 0.42%. On a home at the county median of $218,900, that means about $1,073 per year — versus $919 at the state average rate, a difference of $154 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Livingston Parish is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Livingston Parish?
For a home at the county median value of $218,900, the annual property tax in Livingston Parish is approximately $1,073 — or about $89 per month. For a home worth $328,350, expect around $1,609 per year. For a $437,800 home, approximately $2,145 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Livingston Parish property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Livingston Parish are handled by the Livingston 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 Livingston 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 0.49% shown here. Contact the Livingston 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