Louisiana Sales Tax Calculator
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Calculate your tax in seconds
State tax$5.58
Local tax$6.28
Total tax$11.86
Total due$137.36
Key factors – Louisiana sales tax
- State rate (4.45%): Fixed by Louisiana Revised Statute 47:301, applied to all taxable tangible personal property and services.
- Local parish rate: Varies from 2.75% to 7%; each parish, city, and district may levy additional sales tax. Our dropdown reflects 2025 common values.
- Exemption amount: Certain items (prescription drugs, some food) are exempt. Enter nontaxable portion here.
- Model year: For vehicle purchases, some parishes use year‑based valuation – field for your reference.
📊 Louisiana sales tax reference tables
Parish‑level local rates (effective 2025)
| Parish | Local rate | Combined (state+local) |
|---|---|---|
| Orleans | 5.00% | 9.45% |
| Jefferson | 4.50% | 8.95% |
| East Baton Rouge | 5.50% | 9.95% |
| Caddo | 5.00% | 9.45% |
| St. Tammany | 4.75% | 9.20% |
| Lafayette | 5.25% | 9.70% |
Sample transactions (state + local combined)
| Purchase amount | Parish | Combined rate | Total tax | Final total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50.00 | Orleans | 9.45% | $4.73 | $54.73 |
| $199.99 | East Baton Rouge | 9.95% | $19.90 | $219.89 |
| $1,200.00 | Jefferson | 8.95% | $107.40 | $1,307.40 |
| $25.50 | Lafayette | 9.70% | $2.47 | $27.97 |
Common Louisiana exemptions & thresholds
| Category | Exemption details | Impact on tax |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries (food for home) | Exempt from state tax; local taxes may apply | Reduces taxable amount |
| Prescription drugs | Fully exempt (state and local) | Zero tax |
| Manufacturing machinery | Partial exemption with Enterprise Zone | Variable reduction |
| Vehicles (trade‑in) | Trade‑in value deducted before tax | Lowers taxable base |
Frequently asked questions — Louisiana sales tax calculator
How do I use the louisiana sales tax calculator for a vehicle purchase?
Enter the vehicle price in “Purchase amount”. Choose the parish where you live (or where you register). If you have a trade‑in, enter that amount in “Exemption amount”. The calculator then subtracts it before applying tax.
Does this calculator include all special districts?
You can manually adjust “Local tax rate” to include any district tax (like New Orleans CBD, Shreveport bar district). The parish dropdown gives typical base rates; fine‑tune with the rate field.
Why is my total tax different from an online estimate?
Local sales taxes change frequently. We update rates twice a year, but always verify with your parish’s finance department. Our tool is for planning; actual liability may include small municipal taxes.
What’s the “Model year” field for?
Some Louisiana parishes use vehicle model year to apply different tax caps for used cars. It’s informational; you can type any year (2024,2025 etc.) and it won’t affect the math—but reminds you of year‑specific rules.
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