Sales Tax Rates by State 2026
| State | State Rate | Avg with Local | Max Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 7.25% | 8.82% | 10.75% |
| Texas | 6.25% | 8.20% | 8.25% |
| Florida | 6.00% | 7.02% | 7.50% |
| New York | 4.00% | 8.52% | 8.875% |
| Illinois | 6.25% | 8.83% | 10.25% |
| Pennsylvania | 6.00% | 6.34% | 8.00% |
| Ohio | 5.75% | 7.24% | 8.00% |
| Georgia | 4.00% | 7.29% | 8.90% |
| North Carolina | 4.75% | 6.98% | 7.50% |
| Michigan | 6.00% | 6.00% | 6.00% |
| Tennessee | 7.00% | 9.55% | 9.75% |
| Washington | 6.50% | 9.29% | 10.50% |
| Colorado | 2.90% | 7.77% | 11.20% |
| Oregon | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Montana | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| New Hampshire | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Delaware | 0% | 0% | 0% |
How to Calculate Sales Tax
Tax Amount = Price × Tax Rate
Total = Price × (1 + Tax Rate)
Example: $89.99 purchase in California (8.75% combined rate)
- Tax = $89.99 × 0.0875 = $7.87
- Total = $89.99 + $7.87 = $97.86
5 States with No Sales Tax
These states charge zero state-level sales tax:
- Oregon — no state or local sales tax
- Montana — no state or local sales tax
- New Hampshire — no sales tax (but does have meals & rooms tax)
- Delaware — no sales tax
- Alaska — no state sales tax (local taxes may apply)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I calculate sales tax?
Multiply the purchase price by the tax rate (as a decimal). For a $50 item with 8% tax: $50 × 0.08 = $4.00 tax. Total price = $54.00.
What is the highest sales tax in the US?
California has the highest base state rate at 7.25%. Combined with local taxes, some California cities charge up to 10.75%. Tennessee's combined rate averages 9.55%, making it one of the highest.
Is sales tax the same as income tax?
No — sales tax is charged on purchases (point-of-sale tax), while income tax is charged on earnings. Both are separate taxes that can apply simultaneously.
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