Sales Tax Calculator — Metairie, LA
Calculate sales tax in Metairie, Louisiana. Find local and state tax rates.
Updated April 2026Calculate Sales Tax in Louisiana
Tax Breakdown
Tax Details
Louisiana Sales Tax Rates
State Rate
4.45%
Avg. Local Rate
5.10%
Combined Rate
9.55%
Local rates vary by city and county. The combined rate shown uses the statewide average local rate.
Exemptions & Taxable Items
- • Groceries are exempt from sales tax
- • Clothing is subject to sales tax
- • Prescription medicine is generally exempt
Sales Tax Examples in Louisiana
| Purchase Price | Sales Tax | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $2.38 | $27.38 |
| $100.00 | $9.55 | $109.55 |
| $500.00 | $47.75 | $547.75 |
| $1,000.00 | $95.50 | $1,095.50 |
Based on the average combined state + local rate of 9.55%.
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