Louisiana (LA) Tax Rate

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State income tax rates tend to be lower than federal tax rates. Thirty-two states have a progressive tax structure, which means taxpayers will owe different state tax rates based on their income and filing status.

What Are The Louisiana Tax Brackets?

Louisiana tax rates vary from 2 to 6%, depending upon marital status and income. Here is specific information from the Louisiana Department of Revenue.

The Louisiana tax brackets are as follows:

Tax Rate	Income Earned
Single, Married Filing Separately, or Head of Household
2%	First $12,500
4%	Next $37,500
6%	Over $50,000
Married Filing Jointly or Qualified Surviving Spouse
2%	First $25,000
4%	Next $75,000
6%	Over $100,000

(Source: Louisiana Department of Revenue)

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