Add or remove California sales tax. The 7.3% statewide base rate is preset; switch the rate or direction below.
California sales tax rates (2026-06)
Statewide base rate — 7.3%. California's statewide sales & use tax rate is 7.25% — the highest statewide base rate in the US. This is the minimum charged anywhere in the state.
With typical local tax (review) — 8.8%. Illustrative combined rate (~8.75%) including common district add-ons. Actual combined rates range roughly from 7.25% to over 10% by location — verify the exact rate for the delivery address.
Exempt / zero — 0%. Use for exempt sales such as most unprepared groceries and prescription medicines, or for resale with a valid certificate.
Important: local taxes
The figure above is the statewide base. US sales tax is destination-based, so the total at checkout usually includes county, city, and special-district taxes. Treat the base rate as a floor and verify the exact combined rate for the delivery address.
California's statewide Sales & Use Tax base rate is 7.3%. California's statewide sales & use tax rate is 7.25% — the highest statewide base rate in the US. This is the minimum charged anywhere in the state. Local jurisdictions may add more, so confirm the combined rate for the delivery address.
How do I work out California sales tax on a price that already includes it?
Choose 'Remove tax', pick the rate, and enter the gross amount. The net base is the gross divided by 1 plus the rate; the tax is the difference. At 7.3% a gross of USD 100 has a net of USD 93.24.
Which sales tax rates does California have?
California applies statewide base rate 7.3%, with typical local tax (review) 8.8%, plus a zero / exempt category for qualifying supplies. Pick the rate that matches your goods or service; confirm the category with the official source.
Estimate only. Not tax advice. US sales tax is destination-based: the statewide rate below is the minimum, and the total you pay depends on county, city, and special district taxes at the delivery address. Look up the exact combined rate for your location with the CDTFA before relying on this. Rates as of 2026-06.