What is the rate of Jefferson Parish sales/use tax?
(The State of Louisiana imposes a 4.0% sales tax). • 4.75% on the sale of general merchandise and certain services • 3.50% on the sale of food items purchased at grocery stores for preparation and consumption in the home. • 3.50% on the sale of drugs and medical devices prescribed by a physician • 3.75% on the furnishing of sleeping rooms, cottages, or cabins (also see Occupancy Tax) • 2.0% (in addition to the 4.75% sales tax listed above) on the sale of general merchandise and certain services originating within the New Orleans Airport Sales Tax District.
