2026 Louisiana Sales Tax Calculator & Rates

4.45% - 11.45%

Louisiana combined sales tax rate for 2026

Louisiana

4.45%
Local rate range

0%–7%

Minimum combined sales tax rate

4.45% - 11.45%

*Rates are rounded to the nearest hundredth. Due to varying local sales tax rates, we strongly recommend our lookup and calculator tools on this page for the most accurate rates.

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*Rates are rounded to the nearest hundredth.

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Additional Resources

2026 rates for Louisiana cities and counties

Note: There can be variations within city and county lines. For more accurate rates, use the sales tax calculator.

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Louisiana sales tax overview

The Louisiana (LA) state sales tax rate is currently 4.45%. Depending on local municipalities, the total tax rate can be as high as 11.45%.

Louisiana sales tax guide

This free, online guide covers managing Louisiana sales tax compliance, including business registration, collecting tax returns, and state nexus obligations.

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