What is the sales tax rate for ZIP 70612 (Lake Charles, LA)?

As of 2026, the total combined sales tax rate for ZIP 70612 is 10.75%. This includes 5.00% state tax, 0.00% county tax, 5.75% city tax, and 0.00% special district tax.

Are groceries and SaaS taxable in Louisiane?

In Louisiane, groceries are currently Exempt (0% Tax). Software as a Service (SaaS) and digital goods are Non-Taxable.

Lake Charles, LA • Calcasieu County

70612 Sales Tax Rate 2026 - Lake Charles, LA

Le taux combiné de taxe sur les ventes pour Lake Charles (70612, Louisiane) est de 10.75% en 2026. Comprend les taxes d'État (5.00%), de comté (0.00%), municipales (5.75%) et de districts spéciaux.

Taux de Taxe Combiné

10.75%

⚡ Direct Tax Answer & Key Takeaway

As of 2026, the total combined sales tax rate for ZIP code 70612 in Lake Charles, LA (Calcasieu County) is 10.75%. This includes 5.00% state tax, 0.00% county tax, 5.75% city tax, and 0.00% special district tax.

Détail Fiscal Géographique

Jurisdiction	Rate
Taxe d'État Louisiane	5.00%
Taxe de Comté Calcasieu County	0.00%
Taxe Municipale Lake Charles	5.75%
District Spécial Special District / Transportation	0.00%
Taux de Taxe Combiné Total Tax Applied at Checkout	10.75%

📋 State Tax Rules & Compliance Guide

Sourcing Rule: Destination-based

Groceries & Food: Exempt (0% Tax)

Clothing & Apparel: Taxable at standard rate

SaaS & Digital Goods: Non-Taxable

Economic Nexus Threshold: $100,000 in sales or 200 separate transactions

Geographic & Spatial Info

ZIP Code: 70612

State Code: LA

Latitude: 30.201

Longitude: -93.2111

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Autres Codes Postaux à Lake Charles

70601 10.75% 70602 10.75% 70606 10.75% 70607 10.75% 70609 10.75% 70615 10.75% 70616 10.75% 70629 10.75%

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Key questions and answers regarding sales tax rates, exemptions, and compliance.

The total combined sales tax rate for ZIP 70612 is 10.75% in 2026. This rate is comprised of the Louisiane state sales tax (5.00%), Calcasieu County county tax (0.00%), city tax (5.75%), and special district tax (0.00%).

In Louisiane, grocery food is generally Exempt (0% Tax), clothing items are Taxable at standard rate, and Software as a Service (SaaS) is Non-Taxable.