Louisiana State Tax Calculator 2026

Estimate your Louisiana state income tax and take-home pay for tax year 2026.

Last updated: November 2025 · Source

Your Inputs

$

Louisiana 2026 tax overview

Flat 3% effective TY2025; combined exemption-deduction approach.

Total Tax
$15,283
Federal + State + FICA
Take-Home Pay
$59,718
79.6% of gross

Breakdown

Gross Income$75,000
Federal Income Tax$7,670
Louisiana State Income Tax$1,875
Social Security + Medicare (FICA)$5,738
Take-Home$59,718

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 2026 Louisiana income tax rates?

Louisiana has a flat 3.00% rate on taxable income. Flat 3% effective TY2025; combined exemption-deduction approach.

What is the 2026 Louisiana standard deduction?

For 2026, Louisiana allows a state standard deduction of $12,500 for single filers and $25,000 for married filing jointly.

Does Louisiana tax Social Security benefits?

Tax treatment of Social Security varies by state. Louisiana's rules can change year-to-year, check the Louisiana Department of Revenue for the most current guidance.

What is the difference between federal and Louisiana state income tax?

Federal tax is collected by the IRS at uniform rates nationwide (10%-37%). Louisiana state tax is separate, with its own brackets and rules. Total income tax burden = federal + state combined.