Lake Charles Tax Information
Lake Charles is located in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. Property taxes are determined by the county tax rate and your home's assessed value.
Property Taxes in Lake Charles
Property taxes in Lake Charles, Louisiana are assessed and collected by Calcasieu Parish. The effective tax rate of 0.680% is applied to your property's assessed value to determine your annual property tax bill.
About Lake Charles
Lake Charles is a city in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana with a population of approximately 84,872 residents. As part of Calcasieu Parish, all properties in Lake Charles are subject to the county's property tax rates and assessment procedures.
Tax Exemptions and Relief Programs
Calcasieu Parish offers various exemptions and relief programs that may reduce your property tax burden. Common exemptions include homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior citizen exemptions, veteran exemptions, and disability exemptions. Contact the Calcasieu Parish Tax Assessor's office to learn about programs you may qualify for.