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St. John the Baptist Parish Closing Costs & Property Taxes

Real rates and fees for real estate transactions in St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana

St. John the Baptist Parish has a total default millage rate of 108.40 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 St. James, St. Charles, Ascension. Below you'll find a complete millage breakdown by taxing body, example closing cost and property tax calculations, and tools to compareSt. John the Baptist Parish against any other parish in Louisiana.

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Millage Rate Explorer

Breakdown by taxing body for every parish

Millage Rates

108.40mills (default total)

St. John the Baptist Parish has 2 tax districts with different millage rates. Select the appropriate area for the most accurate estimate.

East Bank (LaPlace, Reserve)

Taxing BodyMills
Parishwide Tax4.09
Parish Bond 2014-20154.00
Parish Bond 20223.25
Parish Bond 20132.00
Parish Obligation 20162.00
Courthouse & Jail0.99
Library9.89
Public Health Unit0.95
Mosquito Abatement District0.48
Juvenile Detention Center0.99
Assessment District3.02
Law Enforcement16.00
Law Enforcement (Additional)16.99
Council on Aging0.99
Public Bldg. Mental Retarded0.96
Animal Control Facilities0.75
Recreation Facilities2.24
School Constitutional3.69
School Gen Obl 2009-2010-20115.62
School Maintenance4.31
School Obl Refunding 20120.19
School Obl Series 20141.77
School Obl Series 20131.65
School Obl Series 20151.77
School Ret. Ben Academic Imp Salary7.96
School Salaries3.45
School Salaries/Health Care10.56
Pontchartrain Levee District3.53
Total Millage114.09

Parish taxes 36.60 + Law Enforcement 32.99 + School 40.97 + Pontchartrain Levee 3.53 = 114.09 mills

West Bank (Edgard, Wallace, Vacherie)

Taxing BodyMills
Parishwide Tax4.07
Parish Bond 2014-20154.00
Parish Bond 20223.25
Parish Bond 20132.00
Parish Obligation 20162.00
Courthouse & Jail0.99
Library9.89
Public Health Unit0.95
Mosquito Abatement District0.48
Juvenile Detention Center0.99
Assessment District3.02
Council on Aging0.99
Public Bldg. Mental Retarded0.96
Animal Control Facilities0.75
Recreation Facilities2.24
General Alimony4.07
Road Lighting District #13.81
Flood Protection Levee6.96
Flood Protection Levee (Additional)6.96
School Constitutional3.69
School Gen Obl 2009-2010-20115.62
School Maintenance4.31
School Obl Refunding 20120.19
School Obl Series 20141.77
School Obl Series 20131.65
School Obl Series 20151.77
School Ret. Ben Academic Imp Salary7.96
School Salaries3.45
School Salaries/Health Care10.56
Lafourche Basin Levee District3.75
Total Millage103.10

Parish taxes 36.58 + General Alimony 4.07 + Road Lighting 3.81 + Flood Protection 13.92 + School 40.97 + Lafourche Levee 3.75 = 103.10 mills

Source: StJohn-Assessor-LTC-2024 · Last updated: 2026-03-19

Example Closing Costs

Estimated buyer closing costs for a $175,000 home in St. John the Baptist 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

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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
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Example Property Tax

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

Annual Property Tax

$1,084

$90/month

Effective Tax Rate

0.62%

108.40 mills on $10,000 taxable value

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

985-652-5311

GIS / Parcel Viewer

Interactive map

How St. John the Baptist Parish Compares

ParishMillageAnnual Tax*Buyer Closing*
St. Charles100.85$1,765$3,090
St. James105.39$896$2,685
St. John the Baptist108.40$1,084$2,753
Ascension115.00$2,358$3,225

* 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 St. John the Baptist Parish?
The default total millage rate in St. John the Baptist Parish is 108.40 mills. For a $175,000 home with the $75,000 homestead exemption, the estimated annual property tax is $1,084. Actual rates may vary by ward or tax district.
How much are closing costs in St. John the Baptist Parish?
Estimated buyer closing costs for a $175,000 home in St. John the Baptist 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 St. John the Baptist Parish have special assessments?
St. John the Baptist Parish does not have widely applicable special assessments beyond the standard millage rates. However, some properties may be subject to local improvement district fees. Contact the St. John the Baptist Parish Assessor's office for details specific to your property.

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