Louisiana Paycheck Calculator (2026)
Louisiana taxes wages at a flat 3% in 2026. Enter your salary or hourly pay to see your take-home pay per paycheck after federal, state and local taxes.
Louisiana take-home pay by salary (2026)
| Salary | State + local tax (single) | Take-home (single) | Per paycheck (biweekly) | Take-home (married) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $514 | $25,771 | $991 | $27,578 |
| $50,000 | $1,114 | $41,241 | $1,586 | $43,668 |
| $75,000 | $1,864 | $59,729 | $2,297 | $63,145 |
| $100,000 | $2,614 | $76,566 | $2,945 | $82,483 |
| $150,000 | $4,114 | $109,677 | $4,218 | $119,458 |
| $200,000 | $5,614 | $143,313 | $5,512 | $154,094 |
Louisiana income tax brackets 2026
| Rate | Single (taxable income) | Married filing jointly |
|---|---|---|
| 3% | $0+ | $0+ |
Standard deduction: $12,875 single, $25,750 married filing jointly.
Louisiana tax details
- Flat 3% since 2025 (Act 11 / HB 10, 2024 3rd Extraordinary Session). Standard deduction CPI-indexed from 2026: $12,875 single/MFS, $25,750 MFJ, qualifying surviving spouse and HOH.
- Personal exemption folded into the standard deduction; the extra $1,000 deductions for dependents, age 65+ and blindness were repealed.
- Withholding formula uses 3.09%, which is only a withholding mechanic. No local income taxes.
Sources: dam.ldr.la.gov · taxnews.ey.com · dam.ldr.la.gov
Frequently asked questions
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in Louisiana?
About $59,729 a year, or $2,297 every two weeks, for a single filer in 2026. That is after $7,670 federal income tax, $5,738 FICA and $1,864 state income tax.
Does Louisiana have a state income tax?
Yes, a flat 3% rate in 2026 on taxable income after the state's deductions and exemptions.
What is the minimum wage in Louisiana?
There is no state minimum, so the federal $7.25 applies to most jobs.