Louisiana · Louisiana Department of Revenue
Louisiana sales tax rates by city
- State base rate
- 5%
- Lowest combined
- 9.45%
- Highest combined
- 10%
- Metros stacked
- 2
Quick answer
The Louisiana state sales tax rate is 5%. Local jurisdictions add their own increments, so combined rates in covered Louisiana metros run from 9.45% to 10%, averaging 9.725%. Rates shown are as published for January 1, 2026.
Cities in Louisiana
Combined rate with the state share separated out.
| City | County | Local share | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | Orleans Parish | 4.45% | 9.45% |
| Baton Rouge | East Baton Rouge Parish | 5% | 10% |
Louisiana taxability rules
What is taxed matters as much as the rate.
Louisiana counties
County-level rollups for the metros we cover.
How Louisiana administers sales tax
Rates are published by the Louisiana Department of Revenue. Because local jurisdictions set their own increments, the correct rate depends on the delivery address rather than the seller's location for most remote sales. Confirm the current rate with the agency before filing — local increments frequently change on quarterly boundaries.