West Carroll Parish, LA Property Tax: $199/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in West Carroll Parish is 0.20% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $97,600, that works out to about $195 per year, or $16 per month. West Carroll Parish is located in northern Louisiana, and is home to approximately 9,622 residents.
About West Carroll Parish
West Carroll Parish covers approximately 359.7 square miles in Louisiana. The county is home to about 9,622 residents living in roughly 4,691 housing units, of which 60.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $48,514, and the median home was built in 1978.
West Carroll Parish borders Chicot County, East Carroll Parish, Morehouse Parish, Richland 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 West Carroll Parish Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
West Carroll Parish vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Carroll Parish, LA | 0.20% | $97,600 | $195 |
| Louisiana state average | 0.42% | — | $410* |
| Chicot County | 0.55% | $90,500 | $494 |
| East Carroll Parish | 0.29% | $87,400 | $251 |
| Morehouse Parish | 0.43% | $108,700 | $467 |
| Richland Parish | 0.35% | $124,500 | $438 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at West Carroll Parish's median home value of $97,600. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does West Carroll Parish's property tax rate compare to the rest of Louisiana?
At 0.20%, West Carroll Parish is lower than the Louisiana state average of 0.42%. On a home at the county median of $97,600, that means about $195 per year — versus $410 at the state average rate, a difference of $215 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, West Carroll Parish is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in West Carroll Parish?
For a home at the county median value of $97,600, the annual property tax in West Carroll Parish is approximately $195 — or about $16 per month. For a home worth $146,400, expect around $293 per year. For a $195,200 home, approximately $390 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a West Carroll Parish property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in West Carroll Parish are handled by the West Carroll 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 West Carroll 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 0.20% shown here. Contact the West Carroll 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