Louisiana Tax Tables for 2018
The 2018 Louisiana Tax Tables summarise the state-level rules applied to wages, deductions, credits and taxable income. These tables match the rules used by the Louisiana State Tax Calculator 2018.
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Louisiana Tax Tables for 2018
The tables below outline the income tax structure, deduction amounts, state-level credits and payroll-related rules used for Louisiana in 2018. Louisiana uses filing-status–specific progressive income tax tables. Income is divided into brackets and each portion is taxed at its marginal rate. The table below shows the full structure for this filing status. For a full explanation of marginal brackets, see our Tax Tables guide.
Single – Progressive Tax Brackets (2018)
Marginal income tax brackets for Single filers in Louisiana for 2018. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 12,500.00 | 2% |
| 2 | $ 12,500.00 to $ 50,000.00 | 4% |
| 3 | $ 50,000.00 and over | 6% |
Married filing jointly – Progressive Tax Brackets (2018)
Marginal income tax brackets for Married filing jointly filers in Louisiana for 2018. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 25,000.00 | 2% |
| 2 | $ 25,000.00 to $ 100,000.00 | 4% |
| 3 | $ 100,000.00 and over | 6% |
Married filing separately – Progressive Tax Brackets (2018)
Marginal income tax brackets for Married filing separately filers in Louisiana for 2018. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 12,500.00 | 2% |
| 2 | $ 12,500.00 to $ 50,000.00 | 4% |
| 3 | $ 50,000.00 and over | 6% |
Head of household – Progressive Tax Brackets (2018)
Marginal income tax brackets for Head of household filers in Louisiana for 2018. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 12,500.00 | 2% |
| 2 | $ 12,500.00 to $ 50,000.00 | 4% |
| 3 | $ 50,000.00 and over | 6% |
Widowed – Progressive Tax Brackets (2018)
Marginal income tax brackets for Widowed filers in Louisiana for 2018. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 12,500.00 | 2% |
| 2 | $ 12,500.00 to $ 50,000.00 | 4% |
| 3 | $ 50,000.00 and over | 6% |
Louisiana Standard Deduction(2018)
State-level standard deduction amounts for each filing status.
| Filing Status | Amount |
|---|---|
| Single | $0 |
| Married filing jointly | $0 |
| Married filing separately | $0 |
| Head of household | $0 |
| Widowed | $0 |
Louisiana Tax Tables for Related Years
These related years are often reviewed together for comparing bracket changes, deductions and Louisiana updates:
Frequently Asked Questions
Interest/dividends handling
Include in income; if itemizing, summarize via Schedule B.
Are commuter/parking benefits pre-tax for Louisiana?
Generally yes within federal limits; they reduce taxable wages when payroll-pre-tax.
Are local school district levies on wages included?
This page shows state income tax only; add any extra withholdings manually if applicable.
Is there a marriage penalty in Louisiana?
Brackets and deductions by status can shift totals; compare Single vs MFJ in the calculator.
Refund vs paycheck calculators—why different?
Refund tools model the full year; this page simulates ongoing per-period withholding.
Important Notes
All calculations are estimates for guidance only. Always review your return and consider professional advice when submitting official filings.