West Carroll Parish, LA Property Taxes (2026)

West Carroll Parish owners pay a median of $199 a year on a median home value of $97,600, an effective rate of 0.20%. That's the 62nd-highest rate of 64 Louisiana counties with Census data, below the Louisiana county median of 0.42%.

Updated October 2026 · Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023)

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Effective tax rate

0.20%

62nd highest of 64 in LA

Median annual bill

$199

~$17/month

Median home value

$97,600

Louisiana county median

0.42%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in West Carroll Parish

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply West Carroll Parish's 0.20% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$195
Savings at 10–15% off
$20–$29
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West Carroll Parish vs. Louisiana vs. U.S. property tax rates

West Carroll Parish0.20%
Louisiana county median0.42%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: West Carroll Parish's effective property tax rate is 0.20%, vs. 0.42% for the median Louisiana county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 62nd of 64 in Louisiana. Effective rate = median tax bill ÷ median home value, so it already reflects typical exemptions. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023))

How to appeal your property taxes in West Carroll Parish

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

    Check the assessed value from the West Carroll Parish Assessor. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes nearby.

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The West Carroll Parish deadline is 15 days after public notice. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment year.

  3. 3

    Gather evidence

    Recent comparable sales, photos of condition issues, repair estimates or an independent appraisal.

  4. 4

    Present your case

    Submit evidence or attend a hearing with the Parish Assessor.

  5. 5

    Get your decision

    If you win, your assessed value and bill go down. On a $199 bill, 10–15% off is $20–$30 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Louisiana

Louisiana homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the West Carroll Parish Assessor for amounts.

Homestead exemption

For your primary residence. Reduces the value used to calculate your bill.

Senior / over-65

Many states add an exemption or freeze for owners 65 and older.

Disability

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities, often similar to the over-65 benefit.

Veterans

Disabled veterans may get partial or full exemptions depending on rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in West Carroll Parish, Louisiana?
The median effective property tax rate in West Carroll Parish is 0.20%: a median annual bill of $199 on a median home value of $97,600. That's the 62nd-highest rate of 64 Louisiana counties with Census data. Your own rate depends on which city, school district and special districts you're in. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
How much are property taxes in West Carroll Parish?
The median West Carroll Parish property tax bill is $199 a year, about $17 a month, compared with a Louisiana county median of $551.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in West Carroll Parish?
The deadline to appeal in West Carroll Parish is 15 days after public notice. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is West Carroll Parish a high property tax area?
West Carroll Parish's 0.20% effective rate is below the Louisiana county median of 0.42% and below the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 62nd-highest rate of 64 Louisiana counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my West Carroll Parish property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

East Carroll Parish

Rate: 0.29%

Median bill: $251

Morehouse Parish

Rate: 0.43%

Median bill: $467

Richland Parish

Rate: 0.35%

Median bill: $438

Madison Parish

Rate: 0.23%

Median bill: $208

Ouachita Parish

Rate: 0.56%

Median bill: $1,016

Franklin Parish

Rate: 0.32%

Median bill: $378

Union Parish

Rate: 0.41%

Median bill: $470

Tensas Parish

Rate: 0.29%

Median bill: $232

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