Sales tax calculator · 2026
The California (CA) state sales tax rate is 7.25%. Local jurisdictions can add up to 3.50%, making the maximum combined rate 10.75%. The exact rate depends on the city or county of purchase. California has the highest base rate in the US. Cities and districts layer additional taxes; rates change frequently — verify with the CA CDTFA.
State rate: 7.25% · max combined: 10.75%
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Sales tax is a consumption tax imposed on the sale of goods and certain services. In California, the state rate is 7.25%. Counties and cities may add additional local sales taxes of up to 3.50%, making the total rate in some areas as high as 10.75%.
Sales Tax Formula
Tax Amount = Purchase Price × (7.25% ÷ 100)
Total Price = Purchase Price + Tax Amount
With local tax: Total Price = Purchase Price × (1 + 0.1075)
Example Calculation
A $100 purchase in California:
Sales tax = $100 × 7.25% = $7.25
Total = $107.25
California's sales tax varies significantly by city due to voter-approved district taxes layered on top of the 7.25% base. Los Angeles, Oakland, and Long Beach are among the highest. Rates may change as district measures expire or are renewed.
| City | Combined rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 10.25% | LA County + LA city district taxes |
| Long Beach | 10.25% | LA County + Long Beach district |
| Oakland | 10.25% | Alameda County + Oakland district |
| San Jose | 9.375% | Santa Clara County + San Jose district |
| Stockton | 9.00% | San Joaquin County + Stockton district |
| Sacramento | 8.75% | Sacramento County + city district |
| Riverside | 8.75% | Riverside County + city measure |
| Chula Vista | 8.75% | San Diego County + Chula Vista district |
| Fresno | 8.35% | Fresno County + city Measure P |
| San Francisco | 8.625% | San Francisco County + city district |
| Bakersfield | 8.25% | Kern County + city measure |
| Anaheim | 7.75% | Orange County |
| Irvine | 7.75% | Orange County |
| San Diego | 7.75% | San Diego County |
| Modesto | 7.875% | Stanislaus County |
Rates as of 2026. Always verify with the California Department of Revenue before filing.
Most tangible personal property is subject to sales tax in California. Services may or may not be taxable — California, like most states, exempts most services.Common exemptions and special rates include groceries, prescription drugs, and clothing (rules vary by state).
Out-of-state sellers may need to collect California sales tax if they have economic nexus in the state. Most states now require remote sellers with over $100,000 in sales or 200 transactions to register and collect sales tax (South Dakota v. Wayfair, 2018). If you sell products to CA customers, check whether you need to register with the California Department of Revenue.
The CA state sales tax rate is 7.25% as of 2026. Local jurisdictions may add up to 3.50%, so your actual rate depends on where the purchase is made. The combined maximum rate in California is 10.75%.
If you have physical presence (store, office, warehouse) in California, you must collect sales tax. If you sell online to CA customers and exceed economic nexus thresholds (typically $100K in sales or 200 transactions), you must also collect. Register with the California Department of Revenue for a sales tax permit.
California generally does not tax services, though there are exceptions such as. Examples include telecommunications, cable TV, and fabricated product labor. Check with a tax professional for your specific service.
Multiply the purchase price by 7.25% (state rate). For example, a $100 purchase = $7.25 tax, total $107.25. In California, you may need to add local taxes depending on the city or county of sale. Use our calculator above for any amount.
California's sales tax varies significantly by city due to voter-approved district taxes layered on top of the 7.25% base. Los Angeles, Oakland, and Long Beach are among the highest. Rates may change as district measures expire or are renewed.