Louisiana variant. This is a Louisiana-specific version of the Sales Tax Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Sales Tax Calculator.
Louisiana charges a 4.45% state sales tax, and local jurisdictions add an average of 5.10%, for a typical combined rate of 9.55%.
Louisiana state and local sales tax
The 4.45% state rate is just the floor. Counties and cities stack their own taxes on top, so the rate you actually pay at checkout in Louisiana averages 9.55% and can be higher in major metros.
Sales tax generally applies to tangible goods; many states exempt groceries, prescriptions, and some services. Enter your purchase amount and local rate in the calculator above for an exact figure.
About taxes and housing in Louisiana
Louisiana has a graduated income tax with a low top rate and allows a deduction for federal income taxes paid.
Louisiana has low property taxes and a generous homestead exemption, but it has some of the highest auto insurance costs in the nation.
Louisiana's economy is tied to oil and gas, petrochemicals, shipping along the Mississippi River, and a major tourism sector in New Orleans.
Worked example: sales tax on a $1,000 purchase
A $1,000 purchase in Louisiana at the 9.55% combined rate adds $96 in tax, for a total of $1,096. On a $100 item, that's $10 in tax.
Quick reference
- State income tax: 1.85-4.25% across 3 brackets
- State sales tax: 4.45% (plus 5.10% avg local)
- Median home value: $200,000
- Median household income: $57,852
- Effective property tax rate: 0.55%
- Avg auto insurance: $2,864/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Louisiana?
Louisiana's state rate is 4.45%, with a combined state-plus-local average of 9.55%.
Are groceries taxed in Louisiana?
Many states fully or partially exempt groceries from sales tax. Check your local rules; the calculator lets you apply the exact rate that applies to your purchase.