Property Tax in Vermilion Parish
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Vermilion's tax rate is well below national average
At 0.337%, Vermilion Parish's effective property tax rate ranks in the lowest 20% nationally, nearly five times lower than the national median of $2,690 on a typical home. Louisiana homeowners across the state benefit from consistently lower tax burdens than most of the country, and Vermilion performs even better than its state average of 0.421%.
Among the lowest-taxing parishes in Louisiana
Vermilion Parish ranks in the bottom third of Louisiana's 64 parishes for effective tax rates, with a rate of 0.337% compared to the state average of 0.421%. Only the lowest-taxing parishes in rural northern Louisiana undercut Vermilion's already favorable rate.
Lower taxes than most Southwest Louisiana peers
Vermilion's 0.337% rate beats neighboring Vernon Parish (0.541%) and is comparable to Washington Parish (0.350%), putting it in solid standing across the region. Among Southwest Louisiana parishes, only West Carroll Parish taxes more lightly.
Median tax bill runs about $538 annually
On Vermilion's median home value of $159,700, property owners pay roughly $538 per year in parish and local property taxes. With mortgage and homestead exemptions factored in, the typical taxpayer's annual bill drops to around $260.
Many homeowners could lower their bills through appeals
If your assessed value seems high relative to recent sales in your neighborhood, you may qualify for a property tax reduction through the parish assessment appeal process. Homeowners who believe they're overassessed should review their assessment notice and consider filing a formal appeal with the Vermilion Parish Assessor's office.