Calculate 2026 sales tax for Nevada using the combined 8.23% rate (state + average local).
Nevada uses a combination of state and local taxes. The state-level rate is 6.85%. On top of this, most counties and cities in Nevada levy their own taxes, which average out to 1.38% statewide. When you shop in Nevada, you pay the combined rate at the point of sale.
If you are a business owner selling in Nevada, you are responsible for collecting this 8.23% tax from your customers and remitting it to the Nevada Department of Revenue. Failure to do so can result in significant penalties and interest.
For informational purposes only. Tax rates change frequently — verify with your state's Department of Revenue before filing. This tool is not a substitute for professional tax advice.
· Rates verified quarterly from the Tax Foundation and state Departments of Revenue.
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| State | State Rate | Avg. Local | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 4.00% | 5.24% | 9.24% |
| Alaska | 0.00% | 1.76% | 1.76% |
| Arizona | 5.60% | 2.77% | 8.37% |
| Arkansas | 6.50% | 2.93% | 9.43% |
| California | 7.25% | 1.57% | 8.82% |
| Colorado | 2.90% | 4.82% | 7.72% |
| Connecticut | 6.35% | 0.00% | 6.35% |
| Delaware | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Florida | 6.00% | 1.05% | 7.05% |
| Georgia | 4.00% | 3.37% | 7.37% |
| Hawaii | 4.00% | 0.44% | 4.44% |
| Idaho | 6.00% | 0.02% | 6.02% |
| Illinois | 6.25% | 2.49% | 8.74% |
| Indiana | 7.00% | 0.00% | 7.00% |
| Iowa | 6.00% | 0.94% | 6.94% |
| Kansas | 6.50% | 2.20% | 8.70% |
| Kentucky | 6.00% | 0.00% | 6.00% |
| Louisiana | 4.45% | 5.10% | 9.55% |
| Maine | 5.50% | 0.00% | 5.50% |
| Maryland | 6.00% | 0.00% | 6.00% |
| Massachusetts | 6.25% | 0.00% | 6.25% |
| Michigan | 6.00% | 0.00% | 6.00% |
| Minnesota | 6.88% | 0.58% | 7.45% |
| Mississippi | 7.00% | 0.07% | 7.07% |
| Missouri | 4.22% | 4.10% | 8.33% |
| Montana | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Nebraska | 5.50% | 1.46% | 6.96% |
| Nevada | 6.85% | 1.38% | 8.23% |
| New Hampshire | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| New Jersey | 6.63% | 0.00% | 6.63% |
| New Mexico | 5.00% | 2.73% | 7.73% |
| New York | 4.00% | 4.52% | 8.52% |
| North Carolina | 4.75% | 2.22% | 6.97% |
| North Dakota | 5.00% | 1.85% | 6.85% |
| Ohio | 5.75% | 1.48% | 7.23% |
| Oklahoma | 4.50% | 4.47% | 8.97% |
| Oregon | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Pennsylvania | 6.00% | 0.34% | 6.34% |
| Rhode Island | 7.00% | 0.00% | 7.00% |
| South Carolina | 6.00% | 1.43% | 7.43% |
| South Dakota | 4.20% | 1.90% | 6.10% |
| Tennessee | 7.00% | 2.55% | 9.55% |
| Texas | 6.25% | 1.95% | 8.20% |
| Utah | 4.85% | 2.21% | 7.06% |
| Vermont | 6.00% | 0.24% | 6.24% |
| Virginia | 4.30% | 1.33% | 5.63% |
| Washington | 6.50% | 2.72% | 9.22% |
| Washington D.C. | 6.00% | 0.00% | 6.00% |
| West Virginia | 6.00% | 0.39% | 6.39% |
| Wisconsin | 5.00% | 0.44% | 5.44% |
| Wyoming | 4.00% | 1.36% | 5.36% |
Quick answers to the most common questions users ask.
Taxation of food varies significantly by jurisdiction in Nevada. Generally, most states exempt unprepared grocery items (like produce and milk) but apply the full sales tax rate to "prepared" foods, candy, and soft drinks. We recommend consulting the Nevada Department of Revenue for a list of specific food-based exemptions and "non-qualifying" food categories.
In line with modern multi-state tax compacts, Nevada primarily utilizes a <strong>destination-based sourcing system</strong> for 2026. This means the sales tax rate is determined by the "ship-to" address where the buyer receives the product. For businesses, this requires tracking local rates across all jurisdictions within Nevada to ensure compliance with varying city and county district taxes.
To calculate the tax amount manually, first convert the 8.23% rate into a decimal (0.0823). Multiply your pre-tax price by this decimal. For example, a $100.00 purchase in Nevada would result in <strong>$8.23</strong> in sales tax. Finally, add this amount to your original price to find the total checkout value.
All rates, thresholds, and regulatory guidance cited on this page are sourced from official government publications and non-partisan research institutions.
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