Louisiana · Sales Tax
The Louisiana state sales tax rate is 4.45%. On a $100 purchase, the tax is $4.45, for a total of $104.45.
| Louisiana Sales Tax | Rate | On $100 | On $1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| State base rate | 4.45% | $4.45 | $44.50 |
| Maximum combined | 12.95% | $12.95 | $129.50 |
| Pre-tax from $108.50 total | — | ÷1.0445 |
The state base sales tax rate in Louisiana is 4.45%. New Orleans 9.45%; combined rates among highest in US for many jurisdictions. The maximum combined rate (state plus highest local) reaches 12.95%.
Multiply the pre-tax price by 0.0445 (the decimal form of 4.45%). For example, a $250 purchase has a Louisiana state sales tax of $11.12, for a total of $261.12. To reverse-calculate: if you have the total and want the pre-tax price, divide the total by 1.0445.
Food and grocery tax rules vary by state. In Louisiana, the standard rate of 4.45% applies, though some states exempt grocery staples. Check the Louisiana Department of Revenue for specific grocery exemption rules.
The Louisiana state rate of 4.45% is below the national median of approximately 6.0%. Combined with local rates, the effective rate in Louisiana ranges from 4.45% to 12.95%.