Louisiana Hourly Paycheck Calculator
Free Louisiana (LA) hourly paycheck calculator with 2026 state and federal tax rates. Estimates are for planning — not tax advice.
Paycheck Breakdown
- Gross Pay$1,260.00
- Federal Income Tax−$67.35
- Louisiana State Tax−$22.94
- Social Security (6.2%)−$39.06
- Medicare (1.45%)−$9.14
- Net Pay$1,121.51
Louisiana Paycheck & Tax Overview
Louisiana taxes wages at a flat 3% after a large standard deduction relative to income. The Louisiana minimum wage is $7.25/hour as of 2026 (verify with your state labor department for the latest rate). Workers in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and elsewhere in Louisiana use this Louisiana hourly paycheck calculator with 2026 tax tables — Louisiana applies a 3% flat state income tax on taxable wages after deductions.
Louisiana State Income Tax Brackets — 2026
| Taxable income (annual) | Rate |
|---|---|
| Flat rate on taxable wages | 3.00% |
Example: Louisiana paycheck for $15.75/hour at 40 hours/week
Single filer, biweekly pay — estimated $1,260 gross per check, about $1,122 take-home after federal ($67), state ($23), and FICA ($48). Enter your own numbers in the calculator for a personalized result.
Official tax sources
We align calculations with IRS Publication 15-T and state revenue guidance. Verify rules on official sites:
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Louisiana Paycheck Calculator FAQ
Does Louisiana have state income tax on paychecks?
Yes. Louisiana applies a 3% flat state income tax on taxable wages after deductions.
How much tax is taken out of a $15.75/hour at 40 hours/week paycheck in Louisiana?
For a single filer paid biweekly, estimated biweekly gross is about $1,260 with net take-home around $1,122 (federal ~$67, state ~$23, FICA ~$48). Your actual check varies with W-4, benefits, and local taxes.
How is Louisiana paycheck tax different from other states?
Louisiana taxes wages at a flat 3% after a large standard deduction relative to income. Our 2026 calculator applies flat 3% state income tax for Louisiana workers.
What is the Louisiana minimum wage for 2026?
Louisiana's reference minimum wage on this page is $7.25/hour. Minimum wage affects gross pay; net pay depends on withholding and deductions in the calculator above.
How do I calculate hourly paycheck taxes in Louisiana?
Multiply your hourly rate by hours worked for gross pay, then apply federal, Louisiana state, and FICA rules. The calculator above defaults to hourly mode with Louisiana tax data for 2026.
Is this Louisiana calculator updated for 2026?
Yes. We update Louisiana brackets, flat rates, SDI, and federal tables each tax year. Last reviewed for the 2026 tax year. Estimates only — not tax advice.