Compare taxes and see how much you save moving from Louisiana to Florida
Louisiana has progressive income tax rates from 1.85% to 4.25%, while Florida has no state income tax (0%). Moving to Florida saves $3,938/year on $100k income. Louisiana has much lower property taxes (0.55% vs FL's 0.98%). Sales taxes are similar (LA 9.55%, FL 7.01%). Overall, Florida offers better tax advantages for high earners, but Louisiana wins on property taxes. The LA-FL Gulf Coast sees migration driven by hurricanes and job opportunities.
Progressive
3 brackets, up to 4.25%
No Income Tax
Constitutional prohibition
At $100,000 income:
That is $328/month back in your pocket!
| Income | LA Tax | FL Tax | Savings | 10-Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $1,763 | $0 | $1,763 | $17,630 |
| $100,000 | $3,938 | $0 | $3,938 | $39,380 |
| $200,000 | $8,288 | $0 | $8,288 | $82,880 |
| $500,000 | $21,038 | $0 | $21,038 | $210,380 |
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Get Matched With a CPA →On $100,000 income, Florida saves $3,938/year in income tax (LA 3.94% vs FL 0%). FL also has lower sales tax (7.01% vs LA 9.55%). However, FL property tax is much higher (0.98% vs LA 0.55%). On a $400k home, FL pays $3,920/year vs LA $2,200/year—difference of $1,720/year. Net savings: $2,472/year. Over 10 years: $24,720. Plus both states have high hurricane insurance costs.
Critical factor for both states. Louisiana averages $3-8k/year for coastal homeowner insurance post-Hurricane Ida. Florida averages $4-8k/year post-Hurricane Ian, with many carriers leaving the state. Both states have severe insurance crises. This $3-8k annual cost can significantly reduce FL's income tax advantage. Renters aren't affected by homeowner insurance, so they benefit fully from FL's zero income tax.
Yes, heavy LA → FL migration. In 2023, 22,847 people moved LA → FL (vs 12,134 FL → LA), net gain of 10,713 for Florida. Migration drivers LA → FL: no income tax (save $2,472+ annually), better job market (Miami/Tampa), beaches, escaping crime. Reverse migration (FL → LA) driven by: cheaper housing (New Orleans 53% cheaper), unique culture (Mardi Gras, jazz), lower property tax.
Miami wins for jobs and taxes: no income tax (save $2,472 annually), huge job market (6.1M metro), international gateway, beaches. New Orleans wins for: unique culture (Mardi Gras, jazz), world-class food scene, cheaper housing (53% cheaper), lower property tax (0.55% vs 0.98%). Both have hurricane risk and high insurance. Choose Miami for career. Choose New Orleans for culture/affordability.