Ohio Sales Tax Calculator
Estimate Ohio sales tax from a pre-tax amount—state rate prefilled.
Last updated: 2026-07-01
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Ohio: state 5.75% · avg local 1.54% · combined 7.29%.
Estimates only — not tax advice. Exact rates vary by address. Confirm before filing or collecting tax.
Ohio sales tax rates
| Layer | Rate |
|---|---|
| State | 5.75% |
| Average local | 1.54% |
| Combined average | 7.29% |
| Max local (table) | 2.25% |
Sample cities
| City | Local | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus | 1.750% | 7.500% |
| Cleveland | 2.250% | 8.000% |
| Cincinnati | 1.550% | 7.300% |
FAQ
What is Ohio’s sales tax rate?
The statewide rate is 5.75%. Local permissive taxes raise the combined average to about 7.29%.
Do counties set their own rates?
Yes. County and transit permissive taxes vary; sample cities on this page show common combined totals.
Are groceries taxed in Ohio?
Food for human consumption off-premises is generally exempt; prepared food is typically taxable.
Is this official Ohio DOR math?
No—these are planning estimates from published averages and sample city rates.