Louisiana Payroll Services

What is the state minimum wage? 

• $7.25/hour (Louisiana does not have a state-mandated minimum wage, therefore it follows the Federal minimum wage standard)

What do I need to know about state withholding tax?

• All income earned within the state of Louisiana by Louisiana residents and non-residents is subject to Louisiana withholding tax.
• Louisiana residents are subject to Louisiana income tax for income earned in other states if those states do not have state income tax.
• New employers are required to register for a withholding account. Click here to register online.

What forms do employees need to set up state withholding?

• Form L-1 – Employee Withholding Exemption Certificate

What do I need to know about unemployment tax?

• 2024 Taxable Wage Base – $7,700
• 2024 New Employer UI Rate – Industry Rated
• With few exceptions, new employers are required to register for an unemployment tax account. Click here to register.

How do I report new hires to the state?

• Report new hires online
• Mail or fax your non-electronic new hire form to:
• Louisiana Directory of New Hires
  PO Box 142513
  Austin, TX 78714-2513
• Fax: (888) 223-1462
• Phone: (888) 223-1461

How do I submit Child Support payments?

• Register and remit payments online
• Mail payments to:
  Department of Children & Family Services
  Centralized Collection Unit
  P.O. Box 260222
  Baton Rouge, LA 70826-0222
• Phone: (888) 524-3578
• Email: [email protected]

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