Connecticut Sales Tax Calculator 2026
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The Connecticut state sales tax is 6.35%, and the average shopper pays 6.35% once local taxes are added. Calculate the tax on any purchase, or work backwards from a receipt total.
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Sales tax on $100.00 at 6.35% is $6.35, for a total of $106.35.
Total with tax
$106.35
at 6.35% combined rate
- Sales tax
- $6.35
- Pre-tax price
- $100.00
- State rate
- 6.35%
- Avg. local rate
- 0%
- max 0%
Connecticut sales tax explained
Connecticut charges a 6.35% state sales tax.There are no local add-ons, so the rate is the same statewide.
Groceries are exempt from sales tax in Connecticut.
- No local sales taxes. Groceries, prescription drugs, and most clothing under $50 are exempt; some luxury items are taxed at 7.75%.
Quick reference at 6.35%
| Price | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $1.59 | $26.59 |
| $100.00 | $6.35 | $106.35 |
| $500.00 | $31.75 | $531.75 |
| $1,500.00 | $95.25 | $1,595.25 |
| $30,000.00 | $1,905.00 | $31,905.00 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Connecticut?
The Connecticut state sales tax rate is 6.35%. There are no local sales taxes, so the rate is the same everywhere in the state. That ranks Connecticut #33 of 51 for average combined rate.
Are groceries taxed in Connecticut?
Groceries are exempt from sales tax in Connecticut.
How much is sales tax on a $30,000 car in Connecticut?
At the average combined rate of 6.35%, tax on a $30,000 purchase would be about $1,905. Many states tax vehicles differently: some apply only the state rate, cap the tax, or allow a trade-in credit. Check the Connecticut motor vehicle agency for the exact rule.
How do I back out sales tax from a total?
Switch on "I know the total" above, or divide the total by 1 plus the rate. For example, a $108.25 receipt at 8.25% is $100.00 before tax.
Data sources & last verified
Last verified
- Tax Foundation, 2026 Sales Tax Rates, Midyear Update (state and average local rates as of July 1, 2026) (opens in new tab) Retrieved · effective July 1, 2026
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