Minnesota Sales Tax Calculator 2026
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The Minnesota state sales tax is 6.88%, and the average shopper pays 8.14% 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 8.14% is $8.14, for a total of $108.14.
Total with tax
$108.14
at 8.14% combined rate
- Sales tax
- $8.14
- Pre-tax price
- $100.00
- State rate
- 6.88%
- Avg. local rate
- 1.26%
- max 3%
Minnesota sales tax explained
Minnesota charges a 6.88% state sales tax. Cities, counties, and special districts add their own rates, up to 3% more, so the combined rate depends on where the sale happens. Weighted by population, the average combined rate is 8.14%, ranking #15 of the 50 states and D.C.
Groceries are exempt from sales tax in Minnesota.
- Groceries, clothing, and prescription drugs are exempt. The state rate is 6.875%.
Quick reference at 8.14%
| Price | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $2.04 | $27.04 |
| $100.00 | $8.14 | $108.14 |
| $500.00 | $40.70 | $540.70 |
| $1,500.00 | $122.10 | $1,622.10 |
| $30,000.00 | $2,442.00 | $32,442.00 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Minnesota?
The Minnesota state sales tax rate is 6.88%. Local rates add up to 3%, and the average shopper pays a combined 8.14%. That ranks Minnesota #15 of 51 for average combined rate.
Are groceries taxed in Minnesota?
Groceries are exempt from sales tax in Minnesota.
How much is sales tax on a $30,000 car in Minnesota?
At the average combined rate of 8.14%, tax on a $30,000 purchase would be about $2,442. Many states tax vehicles differently: some apply only the state rate, cap the tax, or allow a trade-in credit. Check the Minnesota 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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