Louisiana is an Auto State
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Tax Revenue Generation
$953.52M
in state tax revenue generated by the automotive industry’s economic activity.
6%
of total state tax revenue
$435.59M
Federal income taxes
$717.45M
Vehicle use tax / licenses / fees
$379.26M
New vehicle sales taxes
$91.52M
Parts & services sales tax
$29.76M
Corporate profits taxes
$221.87M
Used vehicle sales taxes
Source: Multi-industry contribution analysis of the economic impact of automotive manufacturing, selling, repairing, renting, and additional maintenance modeled using IMPLAN economic analysis data software, 2023 data year.
Activity at Ports
Louisiana’s Auto Trade Footprint
Louisiana ports moved $561.74M in automotive trade in 2024 alone, led by exports to Canada. Past-decade totals reach $5.53B.
2024 Imports
2024 Exports
$460.01M
Vehicles & parts entering LA ports
$101.73M
Vehicles & parts shipped from LA ports
Past Decade Totals
$4.34B
Vehicles & parts entering LA ports
$1.18B
Vehicles & parts shipped from LA ports
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. International Trade Statistics — Louisiana ports of entry, 2024.
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