California Sales Tax Calculator
Estimate California sales tax from a pre-tax amount—state rate prefilled.
Last updated: 2026-07-01
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California: state 7.25% · avg local 1.78% · combined 9.03%.
Estimates only — not tax advice. Exact rates vary by address. Confirm before filing or collecting tax.
California sales tax rates
| Layer | Rate |
|---|---|
| State | 7.25% |
| Average local | 1.78% |
| Combined average | 9.03% |
| Max local (table) | 5.25% |
Sample cities
| City | Local | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 2.250% | 9.500% |
| San Francisco | 1.625% | 8.875% |
| San Diego | 0.500% | 7.750% |
| San Jose | 2.125% | 9.375% |
| Sacramento | 1.000% | 8.250% |
FAQ
What is California’s statewide sales tax rate in 2026?
The statewide base rate is 7.25%. Local district taxes raise the combined average to about 9.03%.
Do groceries have sales tax in California?
Most grocery food is exempt from the statewide sales tax, but hot prepared food and many other items are taxable. Confirm local rules for your city.
Does every California city use the same rate?
No. District taxes vary by address. This page uses the statewide rate, a population-weighted average local rate, and a few sample city rates.
Is this the same as use tax?
Sales tax and use tax often share the same rate schedule, but filing rules differ. This tool only estimates amounts—it is not a filing service.