Ohio sales tax at a glance
5.75% state rate plus county and transit add-ons (currently up to 2.25%); state law caps the combined rate at 8.75%.
| State sales tax rate | 5.75% |
| Average local rate | 1.54% |
| Average combined rate | 7.29% |
| Highest combined rate | 8% |
| Groceries | Exempt |
Ohio sales tax examples
| Price | State tax only | Tax at 7.29% | Total at 7.29% |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.58 | $0.73 | $10.73 |
| $50 | $2.88 | $3.65 | $53.65 |
| $100 | $5.75 | $7.29 | $107.29 |
| $500 | $28.75 | $36.45 | $536.45 |
| $1,000 | $57.50 | $72.90 | $1,072.90 |
Also see the Ohio paycheck calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Ohio?
The Ohio state sales tax rate is 5.75%. Local taxes add an average of 1.54%, for an average combined rate of 7.29%; the highest combined rate in the state is 8%.
Are groceries taxed in Ohio?
Groceries are exempt from the Ohio state sales tax, although local sales taxes may still apply.
How do I calculate sales tax in Ohio?
Multiply the price by the combined rate. At the average combined rate of 7.29%, a $100 purchase adds $7.29 in tax for a total of $107.29.