What is the sales tax rate in Rapides County, LA?

The average sales tax rate in Rapides County (LA) is 9.86%, with jurisdictions ranging between 8.50% and 11.00%.

Rapides County • Louisiana (LA)

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Rapides County, LA Sales Tax Rates 2026

2026 sales tax rate guide for Rapides County, LA. Average combined tax rate is 9.86% with local jurisdictions ranging up to 11.00%.

Average Combined Rate

9.86%

Estimated Tax Range: 8.50% - 11.00%

⚡ Direct Tax Answer & Key Takeaway

As of 2026, the local county sales tax rate in Rapides County (Louisiana) is 0.00%. Combined sales tax rates across cities in this county range from 8.50% to 11.00% (averaging 9.86%).

County Tax

0.00%

Average Combined Rate

9.86%

Max Local Rate

11.00%

Indexed Cities

Cities & Towns in Rapides County

City	Combined Sales Tax Rate	Action
Alexandria	10.50%	View Tax Rates →
Pineville	10.50%	View Tax Rates →
Ball	10.50%	View Tax Rates →
Woodworth	10.50%	View Tax Rates →
Deville	8.50%	View Tax Rates →
Boyce	11.00%	View Tax Rates →
Forest Hill	8.50%	View Tax Rates →
Lecompte	10.50%	View Tax Rates →
Cheneyville	9.75%	View Tax Rates →
Echo	8.50%	View Tax Rates →
McNary	8.50%	View Tax Rates →

📋 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

Official Tax Authority: Louisiana Department of Revenue ↗

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ZIP Codes in Rapides County

71301 10.50% 71302 8.50% 71303 10.50% 71307 10.50% 71309 10.50% 71315 10.50% 71325 9.75% 71328 8.50% 71330 8.50% 71346 10.50% 71348 10.50% 71351 8.50% 71359 10.50% 71360 10.50% 71405 10.50% 71409 11.00% 71430 8.50% 71433 8.50% 71485 10.50%

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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

The county tax rate for Rapides County is 0.00%. When combined with Louisiana state taxes and local municipal/district taxes, the overall sales tax rate varies between 8.50% and 11.00%.

In Louisiana, grocery items are currently Exempt (0% Tax). SaaS and digital automated goods are Non-Taxable.