Tangipahoa Parish Closing Costs & Property Taxes

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

Tangipahoa Parish has a total default millage rate of 100.00 mills, which determines annual property taxes for homeowners and investors. For a home at the local median price of $200,000, this means significant cost differences compared to neighboring parishes like Livingston, St. Helena, Washington. Below you'll find a complete millage breakdown by taxing body, example closing cost and property tax calculations, and tools to compareTangipahoa Parish against any other parish in Louisiana.

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Millage Rates

100.00mills (default total)

Tangipahoa Parish has 5 tax districts with different millage rates. Select the appropriate area for the most accurate estimate.

City of Hammond

Taxing Body	Mills
Assessment District	4.48
Parish Alimony (Cities)	1.53
Sheriff's Operational Tax	10.00
Health Unit Tax	4.00
Library Board	3.00
Library Board (Additional)	2.81
Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention	2.49
Law Enforcement #1	7.81
School District #100	4.06
Mosquito Abatement	14.80
Hammond Magnet Schools	15.00
Hammond Alternate School	3.00
Fire Protection District #1	20.00
Hammond Recreation District #1	14.41
Garbage District #1 Maintenance	10.00
Drainage District #1 Maintenance	4.81
Total Millage	122.20

Parishwide base (city) 54.98 + Hammond Magnet Schools 15.00 + Hammond Alternate School 3.00 + Fire Protection District #1 20.00 + Hammond Recreation District #1 14.41 + Garbage District #1 10.00 + Drainage District #1 4.81 = 122.20 mills

City of Ponchatoula

Taxing Body	Mills
Assessment District	4.48
Parish Alimony (Cities)	1.53
Sheriff's Operational Tax	10.00
Health Unit Tax	4.00
Library Board	3.00
Library Board (Additional)	2.81
Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention	2.49
Law Enforcement #1	7.81
School District #100	4.06
Mosquito Abatement	14.80
Fire Protection District #2	20.00
Ponchatoula Recreation	10.00
Ponchatoula Recreation District	3.83
Garbage District #1 Maintenance	10.00
Drainage District #1 Maintenance	4.81
Total Millage	103.62

Parishwide base (city) 54.98 + Fire Protection District #2 20.00 + Ponchatoula Recreation 10.00 + Ponchatoula Recreation District 3.83 + Garbage District #1 10.00 + Drainage District #1 4.81 = 103.62 mills

City of Amite

Taxing Body	Mills
Assessment District	4.48
Parish Alimony (Cities)	1.53
Sheriff's Operational Tax	10.00
Health Unit Tax	4.00
Library Board	3.00
Library Board (Additional)	2.81
Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention	2.49
Law Enforcement #1	7.81
School District #100	4.06
Mosquito Abatement	14.80
Fire Protection District #1	20.00
Garbage District #1 Maintenance	10.00
Drainage District #4 Maintenance	3.00
Drainage District #4 Maintenance (Additional)	2.00
Total Millage	89.98

Parishwide base (city) 54.98 + Fire Protection District #1 20.00 + Garbage District #1 10.00 + Drainage District #4 (3.00 + 2.00) 5.00 = 89.98 mills

City of Independence

Taxing Body	Mills
Assessment District	4.48
Parish Alimony (Cities)	1.53
Sheriff's Operational Tax	10.00
Health Unit Tax	4.00
Library Board	3.00
Library Board (Additional)	2.81
Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention	2.49
Law Enforcement #1	7.81
School District #100	4.06
Mosquito Abatement	14.80
Fire Protection District #1	20.00
Independence Recreation District	9.57
Garbage District #1 Maintenance	10.00
Total Millage	94.55

Parishwide base (city) 54.98 + Fire Protection District #1 20.00 + Independence Recreation District 9.57 + Garbage District #1 10.00 = 94.55 mills

Unincorporated Tangipahoa (Rural)

Taxing Body	Mills
Assessment District	4.48
Parish Alimony (Rural)	3.06
Sheriff's Operational Tax	10.00
Health Unit Tax	4.00
Library Board	3.00
Library Board (Additional)	2.81
Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention	2.49
Law Enforcement #1	7.81
School District #100	4.06
Mosquito Abatement	14.80
Fire Protection District #1	20.00
Garbage District #1 Maintenance	10.00
Drainage District #1 Maintenance	4.81
Total Millage	91.32

Parishwide base (rural) 56.51 + Fire Protection District #1 20.00 + Garbage District #1 10.00 + Drainage District #1 4.81 = 91.32 mills. Actual millage varies by location; some areas may be in Fire District #2, different drainage districts, or road light districts.

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

Example Closing Costs

Estimated buyer closing costs for a $200,000 home in Tangipahoa Parish with 20% down payment and conventional financing.

Buyer Closing Costs

$2,865

1.4% of purchase price

Seller Closing Costs

$800

0.4% 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

Settlement Fee$550

Owner's Title Insurance$995

Lender's Title Insurance (simultaneous issue)$100

Simultaneous Issue Credit$0

Other Fees

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

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Example Property Tax

Estimated annual property tax for a $200,000 home with the $75,000 homestead exemption applied.

Annual Property Tax

$1,250

$104/month

Effective Tax Rate

0.63%

100.00 mills on $12,500 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

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Assessor Phone

985-748-7176

GIS / Parcel Viewer

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How Tangipahoa Parish Compares

Parish	Millage	Annual Tax*	Buyer Closing*
Tangipahoa	100.00	$1,250	$2,865
Livingston	100.10	$1,552	$3,000
St. Tammany	101.00	$2,374	$3,360
St. Helena	102.50	$564	$2,550
Washington	111.70	$670	$2,573

* 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 Tangipahoa Parish?

The default total millage rate in Tangipahoa Parish is 100.00 mills. For a $200,000 home with the $75,000 homestead exemption, the estimated annual property tax is $1,250. Actual rates may vary by ward or tax district.

How much are closing costs in Tangipahoa Parish?

Estimated buyer closing costs for a $200,000 home in Tangipahoa Parish are approximately $2,865 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 Tangipahoa Parish have special assessments?

Tangipahoa 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 Tangipahoa Parish Assessor's office for details specific to your property.

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