Louisiana
Louisiana

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From world-famous food and music to job opportunities and friendly people, Louisiana has it all.

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Residents living in Louisiana enjoy a subtropical climate characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters. Located on the Gulf of Mexico, Louisiana provides a variety of outdoor recreation options from beaches and swamps to golf courses, hiking trails and bike paths. New Orleans, Lafayette, Lake Charles, LaPlace Kenner and Shreveport are among the best places to live in Louisiana. Top industries in Louisiana include petroleum and natural gas production, tourism, filmmaking and seafood, especially crawfish.

Quick Facts

Average Household Income
$46,153
Average Property Tax
$1,200
State Population
4,812,773
Sales Tax
4.45%
State Income Tax
2%-6%

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