Natchitoches Parish, LA Property Tax: $766/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Natchitoches Parish is 0.47% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $163,000, that works out to about $766 per year, or $64 per month. Natchitoches Parish is located in western Louisiana, and is home to approximately 37,047 residents.
About Natchitoches Parish
Natchitoches Parish covers approximately 1,253.0 square miles in Louisiana. The county is home to about 37,047 residents living in roughly 18,663 housing units, of which 47.1% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $46,798, and the median home was built in 1983.
Natchitoches Parish borders Bienville Parish, De Soto Parish, Grant Parish, Rapides Parish, Red River 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 Natchitoches Parish Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Natchitoches Parish vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natchitoches Parish, LA | 0.47% | $163,000 | $766 |
| Louisiana state average | 0.42% | — | $685* |
| Bienville Parish | 0.32% | $93,600 | $299 |
| De Soto Parish | 0.31% | $150,700 | $467 |
| Grant Parish | 0.64% | $135,900 | $864 |
| Rapides Parish | 0.57% | $179,100 | $1,024 |
| Red River Parish | 0.54% | $103,200 | $555 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Natchitoches Parish's median home value of $163,000. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Natchitoches Parish's property tax rate compare to the rest of Louisiana?
At 0.47%, Natchitoches Parish is higher than the Louisiana state average of 0.42%. On a home at the county median of $163,000, that means about $766 per year — versus $685 at the state average rate, a difference of $81 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Natchitoches Parish is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Natchitoches Parish?
For a home at the county median value of $163,000, the annual property tax in Natchitoches Parish is approximately $766 — or about $64 per month. For a home worth $244,500, expect around $1,149 per year. For a $326,000 home, approximately $1,532 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Natchitoches Parish property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Natchitoches Parish are handled by the Natchitoches 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 Natchitoches 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 0.47% shown here. Contact the Natchitoches 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