Sales Tax Calculator, California
Free sales tax calculator for the US and Canada. Add sales tax, remove sales tax, or calculate the tax amount for any price. Covers all US state rates and Canadian GST/HST/PST rates. Instant reverse sales tax calculation.
California has a base state sales tax rate of 7.25%, but local district taxes can push the combined rate as high as 10.75% in some areas. Use this calculator to find your exact total.
California's local district tax rates vary by city and county. Always check your local rate for the most accurate figure.
▶US State Sales Tax Rates Reference
| State | State Rate |
|---|---|
| Alabama | 4% |
| Alaska | No tax |
| Arizona | 5.6% |
| Arkansas | 6.5% |
| California | 7.25% |
| Colorado | 2.9% |
| Connecticut | 6.35% |
| Delaware | No tax |
| Florida | 6% |
| Georgia | 4% |
| Hawaii | 4% |
| Idaho | 6% |
| Illinois | 6.25% |
| Indiana | 7% |
| Iowa | 6% |
| Kansas | 6.5% |
| Kentucky | 6% |
| Louisiana | 4.45% |
| Maine | 5.5% |
| Maryland | 6% |
| Massachusetts | 6.25% |
| Michigan | 6% |
| Minnesota | 6.875% |
| Mississippi | 7% |
| Missouri | 4.225% |
| Montana | No tax |
| Nebraska | 5.5% |
| Nevada | 6.85% |
| New Hampshire | No tax |
| New Jersey | 6.625% |
| New Mexico | 4.875% |
| New York | 4% |
| North Carolina | 4.75% |
| North Dakota | 5% |
| Ohio | 5.75% |
| Oklahoma | 4.5% |
| Oregon | No tax |
| Pennsylvania | 6% |
| Rhode Island | 7% |
| South Carolina | 6% |
| South Dakota | 4.2% |
| Tennessee | 7% |
| Texas | 6.25% |
| Utah | 4.85% |
| Vermont | 6% |
| Virginia | 4.3% |
| Washington | 6.5% |
| West Virginia | 6% |
| Wisconsin | 5% |
| Wyoming | 4% |
| District of Columbia | 6% |
▶Canadian Provincial Tax Rates Reference
| Province / Territory | Tax Type | Combined Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Alberta | GST only | 5% |
| British Columbia | GST + PST 7% | 12% |
| Manitoba | GST + PST 7% | 12% |
| New Brunswick | HST | 15% |
| Newfoundland & Labrador | HST | 15% |
| Northwest Territories | GST only | 5% |
| Nova Scotia | HST | 15% |
| Nunavut | GST only | 5% |
| Ontario | HST | 13% |
| Prince Edward Island | HST | 15% |
| Quebec | GST + QST 9.975% | 14.975% |
| Saskatchewan | GST + PST 6% | 11% |
| Yukon | GST only | 5% |
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General calculator →Frequently Asked Questions, Sales Tax Calculator in California
What is the California sales tax rate?↓
The California state sales tax rate is 7.25%. However, local district taxes can increase the combined rate to as high as 10.75% in some cities and counties. Los Angeles County has a combined rate of 10.25%, while many Bay Area cities sit between 9.25% and 10.75%.
What is exempt from sales tax in California?↓
California exempts most unprepared food (groceries), prescription drugs, and certain medical devices. Prepared food sold at restaurants is taxable at the full rate. Most clothing, electronics, and household goods are fully taxable.
How much is sales tax on a $100 purchase in California?↓
At the 7.25% state base rate, sales tax on a $100 purchase is $7.25. In a city with a 9.5% combined rate, it would be $9.50. In parts of Los Angeles with a 10.25% rate, sales tax on $100 would be $10.25.
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