Louisiana Paycheck & Tax Calculator
Calculate take-home pay based on Louisiana 2024 tax brackets
Estimated Paycheck Breakdown
Understanding the Louisiana Paycheck Calculation
Living and working in the Pelican State means navigating a specific set of tax laws. Louisiana uses a graduated income tax system, which means your tax rate increases as your income reaches higher thresholds. Our Louisiana Paycheck Calculator helps you estimate your take-home pay by accounting for federal, state, and FICA taxes.
Louisiana State Income Tax Brackets (2024)
Louisiana restructured its tax rates recently to simplify the system. For the 2024 tax year, the rates for Single filers are:
- 1.85% on the first $12,500 of taxable income.
- 3.50% on taxable income between $12,501 and $50,000.
- 4.25% on taxable income exceeding $50,000.
For those married filing jointly, the bracket widths are doubled ($25,000 and $100,000 respectively).
Mandatory Federal Deductions
Regardless of which parish you live in—whether it's Orleans, East Baton Rouge, or Jefferson—your paycheck is subject to federal requirements:
- Federal Income Tax: Determined by your filing status and the information provided on your W-4 form.
- FICA Tax: This consists of Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%), totaling 7.65% on most earnings.
Example Calculation
If you earn an annual salary of $60,000 and file as Single in Louisiana:
- Gross Bi-weekly Pay: $2,307.69
- Estimated Federal Tax: ~$235.00
- FICA Tax: ~$176.54
- LA State Tax: ~$78.00
- Estimated Net Pay: ~$1,818.15
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Louisiana have local city income taxes?
No. Unlike states like Maryland or Ohio, Louisiana does not currently have local or municipal income taxes. You only pay federal and state income taxes.
What is the Louisiana Standard Deduction?
Louisiana provides a combined personal exemption and standard deduction, which is factored into the tax tables. For single filers, it's generally $4,500, and for married couples, it's $9,000.