Sales tax United States · Rates as of 1 July 2026
New Jersey Sales Tax Rate (2026)
New Jersey sales tax is 6.625% statewide, with no local sales taxes on top. Use the calculator to add or remove tax from any price.
New Jersey sales tax calculator
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How New Jersey sales tax works
New Jersey's state rate is 6.625%. Its average local rate is slightly negative because Urban Enterprise Zones and Salem County charge a reduced rate.
To calculate it, multiply the price by the rate: tax = price × 6.6 ÷ 100. A $40 purchase at the average combined rate carries $2.64 tax, for $42.64 in total. To strip tax out of a receipt total, divide by 1.0660.
New Jersey sales tax on common amounts
| Price | Tax at 6.625% (state) | Tax at 6.6% | Total at 6.6% |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $0.66 | $0.66 | $10.66 |
| $25.00 | $1.66 | $1.65 | $26.65 |
| $50.00 | $3.31 | $3.30 | $53.30 |
| $100.00 | $6.63 | $6.60 | $106.60 |
| $250.00 | $16.56 | $16.50 | $266.50 |
| $500.00 | $33.13 | $33.00 | $533.00 |
| $1,000.00 | $66.25 | $66.00 | $1,066.00 |
New Jersey vs neighbouring states
| State | State rate | Avg. combined | Tax on $100 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 6.625% | 6.6% | $6.60 |
| New York | 4% | 8.54% | $8.54 |
| Pennsylvania | 6% | 6.34% | $6.34 |
| Delaware | 0% | 0% | $0.00 |
States with a similar sales tax to New Jersey
Comparing places to shop, work or move? These states have the closest average combined rate to New Jersey's 6.6%.
- West Virginia sales tax (6.6%)
- Vermont sales tax (6.43%)
- Connecticut sales tax (6.35%)
- Iowa sales tax (6.94%)
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in New Jersey?
The New Jersey state sales tax rate is 6.625%. There are no local sales taxes, so 6.625% applies statewide.
How much is the sales tax on $100 in New Jersey?
At the state rate, $6.63 (total $106.63). At the average combined rate, $6.60 (total $106.60).
How do I calculate New Jersey sales tax?
Multiply the price by the rate as a decimal. Example: $50 × 6.6% = $3.30. To remove tax from a total, divide by (1 + rate): $100 ÷ 1.0660 = $93.81 before tax.
Is New Jersey sales tax high?
New Jersey ranks #30 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.