STATE INCENTIVES

Louisiana Data Center Incentives

Summary12 Data Sources

What datacenter incentives does Louisiana offer?

Louisiana offers: Strong property tax exemption program + low power costs. Sales tax exemption: No. Property tax abatement: Up to 80% for 10 years via ITEP. Corporate income tax: 7.5% corporate. Estimated savings vs national average: 15-20% with ITEP property tax savings.

Key Data Points

  • Sales Tax Exemption: No
  • Property Tax: Up to 80% for 10 years via ITEP
  • Corporate Income Tax: 7.5% corporate
  • Estimated Savings: 15-20% with ITEP property tax savings
  • Special Programs: Industrial Tax Exemption Program (ITEP), Quality Jobs, Enterprise Zone

Incentive Summary

Sales Tax Exemption

No

Property Tax

Up to 80% for 10 years via ITEP

Corporate Income Tax

7.5% corporate

Est. Savings

15-20% with ITEP property tax savings

Special Programs

Industrial Tax Exemption Program (ITEP)

Quality Jobs

Enterprise Zone

Key Considerations

Hurricane risk
High corporate tax
Humidity/cooling challenges

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