Iberia County, Louisiana Property Taxes

What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Iberia County?

Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Iberia County. Each year, the county estimates its budget for public services and divides that total by the assessed value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction.

Below, compare Iberia County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Louisiana or the U.S. median of 1.02%.

Iberia County's median effective rate stands at 0.81%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Iberia County, the highest rate is found in Jeanerette at 1.02%, while Delcambre has the lowest at 0.77%.

These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, special assessment districts assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.

Property tax bills in Iberia are based on a home’s assessed value, not its market price alone. Local taxing authorities apply the county’s tax rates to that assessed value, so the final bill depends on both the valuation and the combined levies set by local governments and other taxing entities.

Several factors can affect what a homeowner pays, including the property’s characteristics, location, and any changes in assessed value over time. A higher assessed value generally means a higher tax bill, while lower assessments can reduce what is owed. In Iberia, the median home price is $71,280, and property tax bills vary widely across the county.

For many homeowners, the tax bill is a meaningful part of annual housing costs. The 25th percentile tax bill is $280, while the 75th percentile is $1,119 and the 90th percentile is $1,758. The highest median tax bill is $2,243 in Avery Island, compared with $414 in Delcambre.