New Orleans Properties Face Significant Tax Exemption Rate, Report Suggests
A Bureau of Governmental Research report indicates that 37% of properties in New Orleans are tax exempt, and the report proposes solutions to address this issue.
New Orleans, LA, November 6, 2026 — A recent report from the Bureau of Governmental Research (BGR) has highlighted a substantial portion of properties in New Orleans are operating under tax-exempt status. According to the findings, 37% of properties within the city are exempt from property taxes.
The Bureau of Governmental Research, an organization focused on government oversight and analysis, released its findings detailing the extent of tax exemptions affecting the city’s revenue streams. The report specifically identifies that a significant percentage, precisely 37%, of New Orleans properties do not contribute property taxes.
While the report does not provide specific details on the types of entities or properties benefiting from these exemptions, nor does it specify the total potential revenue lost due to this exemption rate, it does indicate that the issue has been analyzed by the BGR. The study aims to shed light on this fiscal aspect of property ownership in the city.
In response to these findings, the Bureau of Governmental Research report also puts forth proposals designed to address the situation. The specific nature of these proposed solutions was not detailed in the summary provided. Further information regarding the recommendations would be available within the full BGR report.
The implications of a large percentage of tax-exempt properties can affect municipal budgets and the distribution of the tax burden among property owners. The report’s identification of this trend and its subsequent offering of potential solutions suggest an ongoing effort to understand and manage the city’s fiscal landscape.
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