Metairie is New Orleans's largest suburb, offering higher ground and above-average incomes just west of the city. Jefferson Parish's property tax rate is similar to Orleans Parish's, and the homestead exemption applies equally here.
Recommended for incomes above $80k/yr (28% DTI rule)
Metairie housing market
The 0.6% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Metairie and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide Louisiana average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Metairie buyers. Many Metairie properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $200/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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