New York Sales Tax Calculator

Calculate 2026 sales tax for New York using the combined 8.52% rate (state + average local).

✓ New York Specific✓ 8.52% Rate✓ Updated 2026

The price of the item in New York before tax.

Combined state + average local rate, 2026 data.

New York Example: A $500.00 purchase at the 8.52% rate results in $42.60 in sales tax, for a total of $542.60.

How New York Sales Tax Works

New York uses a combination of state and local taxes. The state-level rate is 4.00%. On top of this, most counties and cities in New York levy their own taxes, which average out to 4.52% statewide. When you shop in New York, you pay the combined rate at the point of sale.

Filing and Remittance

If you are a business owner selling in New York, you are responsible for collecting this 8.52% tax from your customers and remitting it to the New York 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.

M. Imtinan Farooq

Expertly reviewed by M. Imtinan Farooq, Data Engineer & Finance Analyst

Imtinan is a Data Engineer with a specialized focus on Financial Systems and multi-state tax modeling. You can connect with him and verify his professional background on LinkedIn. Our 2026 data is audited quarterly against the latest Tax Foundation and Department of Revenue publications.

Verified Data Sources: Tax Foundation · State DORs · Canada Revenue Agency · EU VAT Database

2026 sales tax rates by state

Select a state to see its detailed 2026 sales tax calculator and formula.

StateState RateAvg. LocalCombined
Alabama4.00%5.24%9.24%
Alaska0.00%1.76%1.76%
Arizona5.60%2.77%8.37%
Arkansas6.50%2.93%9.43%
California7.25%1.57%8.82%
Colorado2.90%4.82%7.72%
Connecticut6.35%0.00%6.35%
Delaware0.00%0.00%0.00%
Florida6.00%1.05%7.05%
Georgia4.00%3.37%7.37%
Hawaii4.00%0.44%4.44%
Idaho6.00%0.02%6.02%
Illinois6.25%2.49%8.74%
Indiana7.00%0.00%7.00%
Iowa6.00%0.94%6.94%
Kansas6.50%2.20%8.70%
Kentucky6.00%0.00%6.00%
Louisiana4.45%5.10%9.55%
Maine5.50%0.00%5.50%
Maryland6.00%0.00%6.00%
Massachusetts6.25%0.00%6.25%
Michigan6.00%0.00%6.00%
Minnesota6.88%0.58%7.45%
Mississippi7.00%0.07%7.07%
Missouri4.22%4.10%8.33%
Montana0.00%0.00%0.00%
Nebraska5.50%1.46%6.96%
Nevada6.85%1.38%8.23%
New Hampshire0.00%0.00%0.00%
New Jersey6.63%0.00%6.63%
New Mexico5.00%2.73%7.73%
New York4.00%4.52%8.52%
North Carolina4.75%2.22%6.97%
North Dakota5.00%1.85%6.85%
Ohio5.75%1.48%7.23%
Oklahoma4.50%4.47%8.97%
Oregon0.00%0.00%0.00%
Pennsylvania6.00%0.34%6.34%
Rhode Island7.00%0.00%7.00%
South Carolina6.00%1.43%7.43%
South Dakota4.20%1.90%6.10%
Tennessee7.00%2.55%9.55%
Texas6.25%1.95%8.20%
Utah4.85%2.21%7.06%
Vermont6.00%0.24%6.24%
Virginia4.30%1.33%5.63%
Washington6.50%2.72%9.22%
Washington D.C.6.00%0.00%6.00%
West Virginia6.00%0.39%6.39%
Wisconsin5.00%0.44%5.44%
Wyoming4.00%1.36%5.36%

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the most common questions users ask.

What is the sales tax rate in New York for 2026?
In New York, the statewide sales tax rate is 4.00%. However, virtually all counties and cities add their own local taxes. For example, in New York City (NYC), the combined rate is 8.875%, which includes the 4% state tax, a 4.5% NYC local tax, and a 0.375% Metropolitan Commuter Transportation District (MCTD) tax. Outside of NYC, rates typically range from 7.00% to 8.75% depending on the county. Source: NY Department of Taxation and Finance
Is clothing exempt from sales tax in New York?
New York offers a very specific and popular clothing and footwear exemption. Any individual item of clothing or footwear sold for less than 10 is exempt from the 4% state sales tax. Many counties also choose to exempt these items from their local portion of the tax, making them completely tax-free. However, if an item costs 10 or more, the entire price is subject to the full combined state and local tax rate. This \"all or nothing\" threshold is a major point of confusion for shoppers and retailers alike. Source: NY Tax Bulletin ST-122
Does New York tax Software as a Service (SaaS)?
Yes. New York is one of the more aggressive states regarding technology taxation. The NY Department of Taxation and Finance considers SaaS to be a form of taxable tangible personal property (prewritten computer software) because the customer is granted the right to use the software, even if it is never downloaded. This applies to both B2B and B2C subscriptions. Digital products like e-books and streamed music are also generally taxable in New York. Source: NY Tax Bulletin ST-128
What are the 2026 economic nexus rules for New York?
New York enforces one of the strictest economic nexus standards in the country. An out-of-state seller must register and collect New York sales tax if, in the previous four sales tax quarters, they had more than 00,000 in gross sales AND more than 100 separate transactions delivered into the state. Unlike many other states that require meeting either revenue or transactions, New York currently requires meeting both, though this is a frequent topic of legislative debate. Source: NY Remote Seller Guide 2026
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Official Sources & Citations

All rates, thresholds, and regulatory guidance cited on this page are sourced from official government publications and non-partisan research institutions.

Federal & National Sources

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IRS Sales Tax Calculator

The official Internal Revenue Service tool for determining deductible state and local sales tax for federal income tax purposes.

irs.gov
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U.S. Census Bureau

Official government repository for quarterly state and local tax revenue statistics and government finance data.

census.gov
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Supreme Court — Wayfair Decision

The official government opinion for South Dakota v. Wayfair, Inc., establishing modern economic nexus standards for remote sellers.

supremecourt.gov
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SBA Business Tax Guide

Official Small Business Administration guidance on understanding federal and state tax obligations for small business owners.

sba.gov
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Streamlined Sales Tax Board

The official inter-governmental organization facilitating the simplification of sales tax administration across 24 member states.

streamlinedsalestax.org

State Departments of Revenue

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California CDTFA

Official CA tax rates portal, address-specific lookup tools, and district tax publications.

cdtfa.ca.gov
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Texas Comptroller

The official Texas sales tax rate locator, local jurisdiction database, and nexus guidance.

comptroller.texas.gov
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New York Tax & Finance

Official NY jurisdiction lookup for combined state, local, and MTA rates, and clothing exemptions.

tax.ny.gov
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Florida Dept. of Revenue

Official FL resource for state sales tax rates, county surtaxes, and annual tax holidays.

floridarevenue.com
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MyTax Illinois

Official Illinois Department of Revenue portal for address-based tax rate lookups and filings.

tax.illinois.gov
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Pennsylvania Revenue

Official PA portal for sales, use, and hotel occupancy tax rates and regulatory guidance.

revenue.pa.gov
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Ohio 'The Finder'

Official Ohio Department of Taxation tool for looking up rates by address, ZIP, or GPS coordinates.

tax.ohio.gov
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Georgia Dept. of Revenue

Official Georgia sales and use tax rate charts and local jurisdiction tax distribution data.

dor.georgia.gov
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North Carolina DOR

Official NCDOR portal for state, local, and transit tax rates by county and jurisdiction.

ncdor.gov
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Michigan Treasury

Official Michigan Department of Treasury resources for the statewide 6% sales and use tax.

michigan.gov

TaxesLedger is an independent educational tool. We are not affiliated with any government agency. Rates are verified quarterly; always confirm with your jurisdiction's official Department of Revenue before filing. Last verification: May 15, 2026.

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