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New York sales tax calculator

Add or remove New York sales tax. The 4% statewide base rate is preset; switch the rate or direction below.

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New York sales tax rates (2026-06)

  • State base rate — 4%. New York State base sales-tax rate of 4%. Most counties and cities add a local tax — e.g. New York City's combined rate is 8.875%.
  • NYC combined rate — 8.9%. 8.875% combined rate for New York City (4% state + 4.5% city + 0.375% MCTD surcharge).
  • Exempt — 0%. Most groceries, prescription drugs, and clothing/footwear under $110 per item are exempt from New York sales tax.

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.

Source: www.tax.ny.gov · checked .

FAQ

What is the New York sales tax rate?

New York's statewide New York State Sales Tax base rate is 4%. New York State base sales-tax rate of 4%. Most counties and cities add a local tax — e.g. New York City's combined rate is 8.875%. Local jurisdictions may add more, so confirm the combined rate for the delivery address.

How do I work out New York 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 4% a gross of USD 100 has a net of USD 96.15.

Which sales tax rates does New York have?

New York applies state base rate 4%, nyc combined rate 8.9%, plus a zero / exempt category for qualifying supplies. Pick the rate that matches your goods or service; confirm the category with the official source.

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Estimate only. Not tax advice. The state base rate is shown; the combined rate in New York City is 8.875% (4% state + 4.5% city + 0.375% MCTD). Other counties add varying local rates. Confirm the exact combined rate for your location. Rates as of 2026-06.