Louisiana's 2026 state standard deduction is an estimated $4,500 for single filers, $9,000 for married couples filing jointly, and $9,000 for heads of household. The standard deduction lowers the income Louisiana taxes, so you only pay state tax on income above these amounts unless itemizing produces a larger deduction.
| Filing status | Standard deduction |
|---|---|
| Single | $4,500 |
| Married filing jointly | $9,000 |
| Head of household | $9,000 |
Your Louisiana standard deduction is subtracted from your state taxable income before the tax rate is applied. You take either the standard deduction or your total itemized deductions — whichever is larger. Most households take the standard deduction because it exceeds their itemizable expenses.
Louisiana's estimated 2026 standard deduction is $4,500 for single filers, $9,000 for married filing jointly, and $9,000 for head of household.
Note: 2026 figures are estimates from SAWD's tax engine. Verify current amounts with the Louisiana Department of Revenue before filing.
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