Webster Parish Property Taxes

Webster Parish, Louisiana

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

45.1% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$34/mo escrow

#27 of 64 counties in Louisiana

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.38%

vs. Louisiana Avg45.1% below
vs. National Avg85.1% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$105,600

State avg $161,894

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$583

$49/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$270

$23/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#27

of 64 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Webster Parish, Louisiana

Webster Parish ranks among lowest-tax areas nationally

At 0.381%, Webster Parish's effective tax rate sits firmly in the lowest 25% across the United States, well below the national median effective rate. While American homeowners typically pay around $2,690 in annual property taxes, Webster Parish residents on median-value homes pay just $402.

Below-average taxes for Louisiana parishes

Webster Parish's 0.381% effective rate runs below Louisiana's state average of 0.421%, placing it in the lower half of the state's 64 parishes. It ranks among the more tax-friendly parishes, particularly for low- to moderate-income homeowners.

Competitive tax environment in North Louisiana

Webster Parish's 0.381% rate undercuts nearby Vernon Parish (0.541%) significantly and aligns well with other North Louisiana parishes like Winn (0.315%) and West Carroll (0.204%). The region overall offers one of Louisiana's most affordable tax climates.

Median home tax bill is just $402 annually

On Webster Parish's median home value of $105,600, property owners pay approximately $402 per year in combined parish and local property taxes. After homestead exemptions and deductions, the typical household's tax obligation drops to around $270.

Challenge your assessment if it seems high

Webster Parish homeowners who believe their assessed values exceed comparable properties in their area can file an appeal with the parish assessor. Many residents successfully reduce their tax bills by demonstrating their homes are overvalued relative to recent market sales.

How Webster Parish Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Webster Parish$402
Louisiana State Average$732
National Average$1,924

Webster Parish

0.38%

Effective rate

Louisiana Avg

0.45%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Webster Parish, Louisiana?
The effective property tax rate in Webster Parish, Louisiana is 0.38%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Webster Parish?
The median annual property tax payment in Webster Parish is $402. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $583, while those without a mortgage pay $270.
How does Webster Parish compare to the Louisiana average?
Webster Parish's effective tax rate of 0.38% is lower than the Louisiana state average of 0.45%. The median annual property tax in Webster Parish is $402, compared to the state average of $732.
What is the median home value in Webster Parish, Louisiana?
The median home value in Webster Parish, Louisiana is $105,600, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Webster Parish a low property tax area in Louisiana?
Yes — Webster Parish's effective property tax rate of 0.38% is below the Louisiana average of 0.45%. The median annual property tax of $402 is also lower the state average of $732, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Webster Parish rank for property taxes in Louisiana?
Webster Parish ranks #27 out of 64 counties in Louisiana by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.38% and median annual tax of $402, it falls in the middle third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.