Iowa sales tax at a glance
Food and food ingredients are generally exempt; local option sales taxes add up to 1% (Tax Foundation July 2026 max local rate).
| State sales tax rate | 6% |
| Average local rate | 0.94% |
| Average combined rate | 6.94% |
| Highest combined rate | 7% |
| Groceries | Exempt |
Iowa sales tax examples
| Price | State tax only | Tax at 6.94% | Total at 6.94% |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.60 | $0.69 | $10.69 |
| $50 | $3.00 | $3.47 | $53.47 |
| $100 | $6.00 | $6.94 | $106.94 |
| $500 | $30.00 | $34.70 | $534.70 |
| $1,000 | $60.00 | $69.40 | $1,069.40 |
Also see the Iowa paycheck calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Iowa?
The Iowa state sales tax rate is 6%. Local taxes add an average of 0.94%, for an average combined rate of 6.94%; the highest combined rate in the state is 7%.
Are groceries taxed in Iowa?
Groceries are exempt from the Iowa state sales tax, although local sales taxes may still apply.
How do I calculate sales tax in Iowa?
Multiply the price by the combined rate. At the average combined rate of 6.94%, a $100 purchase adds $6.94 in tax for a total of $106.94.