Sales tax United States · Rates as of 1 July 2026
California Sales Tax Rate (2026)
California sales tax is 7.25% statewide; with city and county taxes the average combined rate is 9.03%. Use the calculator to add or remove tax from any price.
California sales tax calculator
Your exact rate depends on the city and county of the sale; enter it above if you know it.
How California sales tax works
California has the highest statewide base rate in the US at 7.25%; district taxes push many cities well above 9%.
To calculate it, multiply the price by the rate: tax = price × 9.03 ÷ 100. A $40 purchase at the average combined rate carries $3.61 tax, for $43.61 in total. To strip tax out of a receipt total, divide by 1.0903.
California sales tax on common amounts
| Price | Tax at 7.25% (state) | Tax at 9.03% | Total at 9.03% |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $0.73 | $0.90 | $10.90 |
| $25.00 | $1.81 | $2.26 | $27.26 |
| $50.00 | $3.63 | $4.52 | $54.52 |
| $100.00 | $7.25 | $9.03 | $109.03 |
| $250.00 | $18.13 | $22.58 | $272.58 |
| $500.00 | $36.25 | $45.15 | $545.15 |
| $1,000.00 | $72.50 | $90.30 | $1,090.30 |
California vs neighbouring states
| State | State rate | Avg. combined | Tax on $100 |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 7.25% | 9.03% | $9.03 |
| Oregon | 0% | 0% | $0.00 |
| Nevada | 6.85% | 8.24% | $8.24 |
| Arizona | 5.6% | 8.54% | $8.54 |
States with a similar sales tax to California
Comparing places to shop, work or move? These states have the closest average combined rate to California's 9.03%.
- Oklahoma sales tax (9.06%)
- Illinois sales tax (8.98%)
- Kansas sales tax (8.71%)
- Alabama sales tax (9.46%)
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in California?
The California state sales tax rate is 7.25%. Local taxes add an average of 1.78%, for an average combined rate of 9.03%.
How much is the sales tax on $100 in California?
At the state rate, $7.25 (total $107.25). At the average combined rate, $9.03 (total $109.03).
How do I calculate California sales tax?
Multiply the price by the rate as a decimal. Example: $50 × 9.03% = $4.52. To remove tax from a total, divide by (1 + rate): $100 ÷ 1.0903 = $91.72 before tax.
Is California sales tax high?
California ranks #7 of 50 states for average combined sales tax (1 = highest). The population-weighted US average combined rate is about 7.5%.
Sources
- Tax Foundation, State and Local Sales Tax Rates, Midyear 2026 (rates as of 1 July 2026; local rates are population-weighted averages).
- State departments of revenue for statewide rates and exemptions.
Rates change. Always confirm the exact rate for a specific address with the relevant tax authority before filing or invoicing.