Louisiana Bonus Tax Calculator (2026)
Louisiana withholds 3.09% state income tax on bonuses, on top of the federal 22% and 7.65% FICA.
Louisiana rules for bonuses
Regular withholding (aggregate method).
- Supplemental and vacation pay are withheld the same as regular payroll even if paid separately
- Tables use 3.09% (a cushion over the 3% rate)
The withholding tables utilize a rate of 3.09% rather than the 3% income tax rate to provide a cushion.
Local taxes: None
Take-home bonus by amount
| Bonus | Federal (22%) | FICA | State | Take-home |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,000 | $220 | $77 | $31 | $673 |
| $2,500 | $550 | $191 | $77 | $1,682 |
| $5,000 | $1,100 | $383 | $155 | $3,363 |
| $10,000 | $2,200 | $765 | $309 | $6,726 |
| $20,000 | $4,400 | $1,530 | $618 | $13,452 |
| $50,000 | $11,000 | $3,825 | $1,545 | $33,630 |
Sources
- dam.ldr.la.gov/taxforms/1306-1-26.pdf
- revenue.louisiana.gov/tax-education-and-faqs/faqs/withholding-tax/are-supplemental-wage-an
- revenue.louisiana.gov/tax-education-and-faqs/faqs/income-tax-reform/why-do-the-withholding
- www.legis.la.gov/Legis/Law.aspx?d=101946
- IRS Publication 15 (2026), section 7: Supplemental wages
Frequently asked questions
What is the bonus tax rate in Louisiana?
Louisiana withholds 3.09% on bonuses, on top of the federal 22% and 7.65% FICA.
How much of a $10,000 bonus do I keep in Louisiana?
About $6,726 for a single filer earning $85,000: $2,200 federal, $765 Social Security and Medicare and $309 state.
Will I get some of the bonus tax back?
Possibly. The 22% federal rate is only withholding. At tax time your bonus is taxed at your bracket (22% at this salary), and Louisiana's flat supplemental rate can also differ from your actual state rate.