71268 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 71268 (Quitman, Louisiana) pay a median of $682/year in property taxes on homes valued at $143,900. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.47%, which is 5% above the Louisiana state average of 0.45%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 71268 is approximately $57, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Jackson Parish.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Louisiana, 71268 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 71277 (0.47%) and 70071 (0.48%).

In Quitman, property taxes represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $57,697, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Louisiana values property at fair market value when purchased without a state reassessment cap — the Jackson Parish Assessor will establish your tax basis based on the purchase price. Jackson Parish offers a $75,000 Homestead Exemption for owner-occupied primary residences — apply with the Jackson Parish Assessor within 30 days of purchase to secure this annual exemption. File your homestead exemption application with the Jackson Parish Assessor immediately after closing to reduce your assessed value by $75,000 on your property taxes.