Louisiana Overtime Tax Deduction Calculator
Hourly workers in Louisiana.
The short answer: Pre-loaded with a typical Louisiana year, this calculator shows a $3,105 deduction worth $373 at a 12% marginal rate — $14 per paycheck if you're paid biweekly.
Regular rate (not OT rate)
Hours worked beyond 40/week
Modified Adjusted Gross Income
Overtime Premium Deduction
$3,105
✅ You qualify for the full deduction
⚠️ This calculator provides estimates for informational and educational purposes only. It is not tax advice. Results are based on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and IRS Schedule 1-A. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation.
How Louisiana Overtime Stacks Up
Louisiana has no state OT law — FLSA rules plus industrial schedules tell the story.
- • LA relies on the FLSA: 1.5× after 40 hours/week
- • Petroleum refining, petrochemical plants, and shipyards (turnaround season) create OT surges
- • Hurricane-season restoration adds storm OT for utilities and tree crews
Worked Example
A single Louisiana plant worker at $23/hour with 270 OT hours — the exact numbers are editable.
- • Premium portion: $23 ÷ 2 = $11.50/hour on OT hours
- • Deduction: $3,105 (watch the cap and MAGI phase-out as you raise the inputs)
- • Federal income tax savings: $373 at the 12% marginal rate
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Louisiana have state overtime rules?
No — the federal FLSA governs; the OBBBA deduction applies to beyond-40 premium dollars.
Turnaround season doubles my hours — any limit?
Only the federal caps ($12,500 single / $25,000 joint) and the MAGI phase-out.
Do I need to itemize to claim it?
No. You claim the qualified overtime premium deduction on your return regardless of whether you take the standard deduction.