Iowa Sales Tax Calculator 2026
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The Iowa state sales tax is 6%, and the average shopper pays 6.94% 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 6.94% is $6.94, for a total of $106.94.
Total with tax
$106.94
at 6.94% combined rate
- Sales tax
- $6.94
- Pre-tax price
- $100.00
- State rate
- 6%
- Avg. local rate
- 0.94%
- max 1%
Iowa sales tax explained
Iowa charges a 6% state sales tax. Cities, counties, and special districts add their own rates, up to 1% more, so the combined rate depends on where the sale happens. Weighted by population, the average combined rate is 6.94%, ranking #29 of the 50 states and D.C.
Groceries are exempt from sales tax in Iowa.
- Most jurisdictions add a 1% local option tax. Groceries are exempt.
Quick reference at 6.94%
| Price | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $1.74 | $26.74 |
| $100.00 | $6.94 | $106.94 |
| $500.00 | $34.70 | $534.70 |
| $1,500.00 | $104.10 | $1,604.10 |
| $30,000.00 | $2,082.00 | $32,082.00 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Iowa?
The Iowa state sales tax rate is 6%. Local rates add up to 1%, and the average shopper pays a combined 6.94%. That ranks Iowa #29 of 51 for average combined rate.
Are groceries taxed in Iowa?
Groceries are exempt from sales tax in Iowa.
How much is sales tax on a $30,000 car in Iowa?
At the average combined rate of 6.94%, tax on a $30,000 purchase would be about $2,082. Many states tax vehicles differently: some apply only the state rate, cap the tax, or allow a trade-in credit. Check the Iowa 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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