71430 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 71430 (Forest Hill, Louisiana) pay a median of $1,766/year in property taxes on homes valued at $174,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.01%, which is 124% above the Louisiana state average of 0.45%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 71430 is approximately $147, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Rapides Parish. This is $898 more than the Louisiana average of $868/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Louisiana, 71430 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 70039 (1.02%) and 70124 (1.00%).

In Forest Hill, property taxes represent approximately 4.4% of the median household income of $39,917, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Louisiana does not reassess property at sale — your assessment will carry forward unless the Rapides Parish Assessor initiates a new valuation, which is rare without major improvements. Homeowners qualify for a $75,000 Homestead Exemption on assessed value; apply with the Rapides Parish Assessor before December 31 to lock it in for the year of purchase. Call the Rapides Parish Assessor at (318) 473-6200 to confirm filing requirements and obtain your assessment notice after closing.