St. Mary Parish Property Tax
St. Mary Parish is a county-equivalent in Louisiana (FIPS 22101). Property here is assessed and billed locally.
Verified Record
- State
- Louisiana
- Type
- Parish
- FIPS Code
- 22101
Sourced from the US Census Bureau. Verified assessor contact and rate detail for this parish are being added. Meanwhile, look up property tax records directly on the official parish government site.
Understanding Property Tax in St. Mary Parish
Property tax is a local tax on real estate — land and the buildings on it — and it is the main way St. Mary Parish funds public schools, roads, emergency services, and other parish operations. The amount you owe depends on two things: what your property is worth and the combined tax rate set by the local districts that serve it.
In Louisiana, the parish assessor determines each property's assessed value as of January 1st. Louisiana's average effective property tax rate is about 0.55%, though the rate for St. Mary Parish depends on your local taxing districts. Your bill is the taxable value — the assessed value after any exemptions — multiplied by that rate.
Because rates and exemptions are set locally, two similar homes in different parts of St. Mary Parish can owe very different amounts. The official parish records linked on this page show the figures that actually apply to a given parcel.
Quick Estimate
A home assessed at $250,000 at St. Mary Parish's 0.55% average effective rate would owe roughly:
$1,375 / yr
Before exemptions. Your actual rate depends on your local taxing districts.
How to Look Up St. Mary Parish Property Tax Records
Open the official lookup
Use the St. Mary Parish records link near the top of this page to reach the official parish search tool.
Search your property
Search by street address, owner name, or parcel/account number to find the right parcel.
Review the record
Check the assessed value, tax rate, amount due, payment status, and any exemptions on file.
What's in a Parish Property Tax Record
A St. Mary Parish property tax record pulls together the assessment and billing details the parish keeps for each parcel. You can typically expect:
St. Mary Parish Property Tax FAQ
How are property taxes calculated in St. Mary Parish? expand_more
Property tax in St. Mary Parish is based on the assessed value your parish assessor places on the property as of January 1st, multiplied by the combined tax rate of the local districts that serve your parcel. Louisiana's average effective property tax rate is about 0.55%, though the rate for St. Mary Parish depends on your local taxing districts. Exemptions such as a homestead exemption reduce the taxable value before the rate is applied.
When are St. Mary Parish property taxes due? expand_more
Louisiana assesses property as of January 1st. Tax bills are generally mailed in the fall and become delinquent in early the following year. Confirm the exact due dates for St. Mary Parish with the parish tax office, since local schedules vary.
How do I look up property tax records in St. Mary Parish? expand_more
Use the official St. Mary Parish lookup link near the top of this page, then search by property address, owner name, or parcel/account number. The official parish portal shows the assessed value, tax rate, amount due, payment status, and any exemptions on record.
How can I lower my St. Mary Parish property tax bill? expand_more
Two common routes: claim every exemption you qualify for — homestead, senior, veteran, or disability — and appeal your assessed value if it is higher than your property's market value. Appeals must be filed with the parish assessor before the local deadline.
Who do I contact about St. Mary Parish property taxes? expand_more
Contact the St. Mary Parish parish tax assessor or collector's office. You can reach them through the official parish website linked near the top of this page.