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Lincoln Parish Closing Costs & Property Taxes

Real rates and fees for real estate transactions in Lincoln Parish, Louisiana

Lincoln Parish has a total default millage rate of 85.36 mills, which determines annual property taxes for homeowners and investors. For a home at the local median price of $175,000, this means significant cost differences compared to neighboring parishes like Union, Ouachita, Jackson. Below you'll find a complete millage breakdown by taxing body, example closing cost and property tax calculations, and tools to compareLincoln Parish against any other parish in Louisiana.

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Millage Rates

85.36mills (default total)

Lincoln Parish has 8 tax districts with different millage rates. Select the appropriate area for the most accurate estimate.

Ruston (School District #1)

Taxing BodyMills
Assessment District1.95
Law Enforcement Dist CM4.41
Law Enforcement Dist OP7.47
Library Operation3.80
PJ Parish Wide Construction4.41
PJ Parish Wide Road & Maintenance4.41
SB Parish Constitutional Tax3.73
SB Parish Special Maint & Oper4.69
SB Parish Special Repair & Equip4.69
SB Parish Wide M & O8.09
SB Parish Wide Maint & Oper9.54
PJ General Alimony - Inside1.68
Ruston General Fund4.63
Ruston Recreational Tax2.58
School District #116.75
School District #1 M & O2.53
Total Millage85.36

Unincorporated (School District #1)

Taxing BodyMills
Assessment District1.95
Law Enforcement Dist CM4.41
Law Enforcement Dist OP7.47
Library Operation3.80
PJ Parish Wide Construction4.41
PJ Parish Wide Road & Maintenance4.41
SB Parish Constitutional Tax3.73
SB Parish Special Maint & Oper4.69
SB Parish Special Repair & Equip4.69
SB Parish Wide M & O8.09
SB Parish Wide Maint & Oper9.54
PJ General Alimony - Outside3.37
School District #116.75
School District #1 M & O2.53
Total Millage79.84

Unincorporated (School District #3)

Taxing BodyMills
Assessment District1.95
Law Enforcement Dist CM4.41
Law Enforcement Dist OP7.47
Library Operation3.80
PJ Parish Wide Construction4.41
PJ Parish Wide Road & Maintenance4.41
SB Parish Constitutional Tax3.73
SB Parish Special Maint & Oper4.69
SB Parish Special Repair & Equip4.69
SB Parish Wide M & O8.09
SB Parish Wide Maint & Oper9.54
PJ General Alimony - Outside3.37
School District #311.50
School District #3 M & O3.33
Total Millage75.39

Unincorporated (School District #5)

Taxing BodyMills
Assessment District1.95
Law Enforcement Dist CM4.41
Law Enforcement Dist OP7.47
Library Operation3.80
PJ Parish Wide Construction4.41
PJ Parish Wide Road & Maintenance4.41
SB Parish Constitutional Tax3.73
SB Parish Special Maint & Oper4.69
SB Parish Special Repair & Equip4.69
SB Parish Wide M & O8.09
SB Parish Wide Maint & Oper9.54
PJ General Alimony - Outside3.37
School District #52.85
Total Millage63.41

Unincorporated (School District #6)

Taxing BodyMills
Assessment District1.95
Law Enforcement Dist CM4.41
Law Enforcement Dist OP7.47
Library Operation3.80
PJ Parish Wide Construction4.41
PJ Parish Wide Road & Maintenance4.41
SB Parish Constitutional Tax3.73
SB Parish Special Maint & Oper4.69
SB Parish Special Repair & Equip4.69
SB Parish Wide M & O8.09
SB Parish Wide Maint & Oper9.54
PJ General Alimony - Outside3.37
School District #614.00
School District #6 M & O2.69
Total Millage77.25

Grambling

Taxing BodyMills
Assessment District1.95
Law Enforcement Dist CM4.41
Law Enforcement Dist OP7.47
Library Operation3.80
PJ Parish Wide Construction4.41
PJ Parish Wide Road & Maintenance4.41
SB Parish Constitutional Tax3.73
SB Parish Special Maint & Oper4.69
SB Parish Special Repair & Equip4.69
SB Parish Wide M & O8.09
SB Parish Wide Maint & Oper9.54
PJ General Alimony - Outside3.37
Grambling Capital Outlay5.40
Grambling Fire Protection14.97
Grambling Police Dept3.82
Grambling Public Imp Bond7.31
Grambling Public Streets4.52
Grambling Water System4.27
Total Millage100.85

School district millage not included — Grambling spans school district boundaries. Add applicable school district millage to total.

Dubach

Taxing BodyMills
Assessment District1.95
Law Enforcement Dist CM4.41
Law Enforcement Dist OP7.47
Library Operation3.80
PJ Parish Wide Construction4.41
PJ Parish Wide Road & Maintenance4.41
SB Parish Constitutional Tax3.73
SB Parish Special Maint & Oper4.69
SB Parish Special Repair & Equip4.69
SB Parish Wide M & O8.09
SB Parish Wide Maint & Oper9.54
PJ General Alimony - Outside3.37
Dubach General Maintenance6.89
Total Millage67.45

School district millage not included — add applicable school district millage to total. Dubach Handling Fee ($2.25/parcel) is a flat fee, not an ad valorem millage.

Simsboro

Taxing BodyMills
Assessment District1.95
Law Enforcement Dist CM4.41
Law Enforcement Dist OP7.47
Library Operation3.80
PJ Parish Wide Construction4.41
PJ Parish Wide Road & Maintenance4.41
SB Parish Constitutional Tax3.73
SB Parish Special Maint & Oper4.69
SB Parish Special Repair & Equip4.69
SB Parish Wide M & O8.09
SB Parish Wide Maint & Oper9.54
PJ General Alimony - Outside3.37
Simsboro General Fund5.08
Total Millage65.64

School district millage not included — add applicable school district millage to total. Simsboro Handling Fee ($2.25/parcel) is a flat fee, not an ad valorem millage.

Source: Lincoln Parish Assessor Grand Recap of Millages 2025 · Last updated: 2026-03-20

Example Closing Costs

Estimated buyer closing costs for a $175,000 home in Lincoln Parish with 20% down payment and conventional financing.

Buyer Closing Costs

$2,753

1.6% of purchase price

Seller Closing Costs

$800

0.5% of purchase price

View itemized breakdown

Title Fees

Abstract Fee$350
Insured Closing Letter$25
Recording Service Fee$175
Title Exam$275
Wire Fee$20
Wire Fee$20
Settlement Fee$550
Owner's Title Insurance$883
Lender's Title Insurance (simultaneous issue)$100
Simultaneous Issue Credit$0

Other Fees

Overnight / Courier$55
Overnight / Courier$55
Notary / Attorney Fee$150
Termite Certificate$75
Flood Certification$20
Certified Mortgage Certificate$50

Government Fees

Recording a Mortgage (Parish Cost)*$250
Recording a Sale (Parish Cost)$150
Cancellation Fee (per inscription)$175
Cancellation Fee (per inscription)$175
Get an Exact Estimate

Example Property Tax

Estimated annual property tax for a $175,000 home with the $75,000 homestead exemption applied.

Annual Property Tax

$854

$71/month

Effective Tax Rate

0.49%

85.36 mills on $10,000 taxable value

Special Assessments

Fire Fee$72
Total with Assessments$926
Calculate Your Exact Tax

Based on approximate median sale prices (Louisiana Realtors Association, 2025 estimates). Your actual costs will vary. Use our calculators for a personalized estimate.

Parish Resources

Assessor's Office

View property records online

Assessor Phone

(318) 251-5140

Special Fees & Assessments

Parish-Wide Fees

Fire Fee

$72/per parcel

How Lincoln Parish Compares

ParishMillageAnnual Tax*Buyer Closing*
Union72.88$255$2,460
Claiborne84.10$84$2,343
Lincoln85.36$854$2,753
Jackson108.70$272$2,415
Ouachita130.96$1,441$2,798
Bienville138.40$277$2,391

* Based on each parish's approximate median sale price with homestead exemption and 20% down payment. Actual costs vary.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Lincoln Parish?
The default total millage rate in Lincoln Parish is 85.36 mills. For a $175,000 home with the $75,000 homestead exemption, the estimated annual property tax is $854. Actual rates may vary by ward or tax district.
How much are closing costs in Lincoln Parish?
Estimated buyer closing costs for a $175,000 home in Lincoln Parish are approximately $2,753 with conventional financing, 20% down payment, and owner's title insurance. This includes title fees, government recording fees, and prepaid items. Use our Closing Cost Calculator for a personalized estimate.
Does Lincoln Parish have special assessments?
Yes, Lincoln Parish has special assessments and fees that may apply to your property, including Fire Fee. These vary by location within the parish. Check with the Lincoln Parish Assessor's office for details specific to your property.

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