New York sales tax at a glance
4% state rate plus county/city taxes; New York City's combined rate is 8.875%.
| State sales tax rate | 4% |
| Average local rate | 4.54% |
| Average combined rate | 8.54% |
| Highest combined rate | 8.875% |
| Groceries | Exempt |
New York sales tax examples
| Price | State tax only | Tax at 8.54% | Total at 8.54% |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.40 | $0.85 | $10.85 |
| $50 | $2.00 | $4.27 | $54.27 |
| $100 | $4.00 | $8.54 | $108.54 |
| $500 | $20.00 | $42.70 | $542.70 |
| $1,000 | $40.00 | $85.40 | $1,085.40 |
Also see the New York paycheck calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in New York?
The New York state sales tax rate is 4%. Local taxes add an average of 4.54%, for an average combined rate of 8.54%; the highest combined rate in the state is 8.875%.
Are groceries taxed in New York?
Groceries are exempt from the New York state sales tax, although local sales taxes may still apply.
How do I calculate sales tax in New York?
Multiply the price by the combined rate. At the average combined rate of 8.54%, a $100 purchase adds $8.54 in tax for a total of $108.54.