Nevada Sales Tax Calculator 2026
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The Nevada state sales tax is 6.85%, and the average shopper pays 8.24% 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 8.24% is $8.24, for a total of $108.24.
Total with tax
$108.24
at 8.24% combined rate
- Sales tax
- $8.24
- Pre-tax price
- $100.00
- State rate
- 6.85%
- Avg. local rate
- 1.39%
- max 1.53%
Nevada sales tax explained
Nevada charges a 6.85% state sales tax. Cities, counties, and special districts add their own rates, up to 1.53% more, so the combined rate depends on where the sale happens. Weighted by population, the average combined rate is 8.24%, ranking #13 of the 50 states and D.C.
Groceries are exempt from sales tax in Nevada.
- Groceries and prescription drugs are exempt. Clark County (Las Vegas) is 8.375%.
Quick reference at 8.24%
| Price | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $2.06 | $27.06 |
| $100.00 | $8.24 | $108.24 |
| $500.00 | $41.20 | $541.20 |
| $1,500.00 | $123.60 | $1,623.60 |
| $30,000.00 | $2,472.00 | $32,472.00 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Nevada?
The Nevada state sales tax rate is 6.85%. Local rates add up to 1.53%, and the average shopper pays a combined 8.24%. That ranks Nevada #13 of 51 for average combined rate.
Are groceries taxed in Nevada?
Groceries are exempt from sales tax in Nevada.
How much is sales tax on a $30,000 car in Nevada?
At the average combined rate of 8.24%, tax on a $30,000 purchase would be about $2,472. Many states tax vehicles differently: some apply only the state rate, cap the tax, or allow a trade-in credit. Check the Nevada 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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