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US sales tax calculator

Enter a price and select a state — see the tax amount and final price instantly. All 50 states included, with combined local rates.

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Rates as of 2024. The "combined" rate includes the average of local city and county taxes on top of the state rate. Actual local rates vary — your exact rate depends on the specific city and county. Five states have no statewide sales tax: Oregon, Montana, New Hampshire, Delaware, and Alaska (though some Alaska localities do have local sales taxes). Groceries and prescription drugs are exempt in many states. Nothing uploaded.

Frequently asked questions

Which states have no sales tax?

Oregon, Montana, New Hampshire, Delaware, and Alaska have no statewide sales tax. Alaska allows local governments to levy sales tax, so some Alaskan cities do charge it. These five states are popular for large purchases — some people specifically drive to Oregon or New Hampshire to buy electronics or cars tax-free.

Why is the combined rate higher than the state rate?

Most US states allow counties, cities, and special districts to add their own sales taxes on top of the state rate. In California the state rate is 7.25% but Los Angeles County adds 2.25%, making the combined rate 9.5% or higher in some cities. This tool shows the statewide average combined rate.

Are groceries and medicine taxed?

Most states exempt prescription drugs from sales tax. About half the states exempt grocery food. The details vary significantly — some states tax prepared food but not raw groceries; some have reduced rates for food rather than full exemptions.