What is the state sales tax rate?


Rate TypeRate as of December 31,2024Rate as of January 1, 2025
Sales Tax4.45%5%*
Intrastate Telecommunications3.45%5%*
Sales of Prepaid Telephone Cards and Prepaid Authorization Numbers3.45%5%*
Interstate Telecommunications2.45%5%*
Business Utilities2%2%
Direct Marketers (47:302(K))8.45%9%*
*Until 12/31/2029

Telecommunications services, cable television services, direct-to-home satellite services, video programming services, and satellite digital audio radio services are also subject to an additional state tax rate of 5%.


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Guilty plea resolves fraud investigation related to Hurricane Ida recovery

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