Baton Rouge, Louisiana Sales Tax Calculator (2026)
9.45% total combined rate — includes state and local taxes.
Baton Rouge applies a total sales tax of roughly 9.45%, including the 4.45% state rate and local parish surcharges.
Baton Rouge Sales Tax Calculator
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The current combined rate for Baton Rouge is 9.45%.
Baton Rouge Sales Tax Breakdown
- State Rate: 4.45%
- City Rate: 5.00%
- County Rate: 0.00%
- Special Rate: 0.00%
- Total: 9.45%
About Baton Rouge
Louisiana’s capital city uses local taxes to fund infrastructure, law enforcement, and city maintenance projects.