New Jersey Sales Tax Calculator 2026
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The New Jersey state sales tax is 6.63%, and the average shopper pays 6.63% 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 6.63% is $6.63, for a total of $106.63.
Total with tax
$106.63
at 6.63% combined rate
- Sales tax
- $6.63
- Pre-tax price
- $100.00
- State rate
- 6.63%
- Avg. local rate
- 0%
- max 3.31%
New Jersey sales tax explained
New Jersey charges a 6.63% state sales tax. Cities, counties, and special districts add their own rates, up to 3.31% more, so the combined rate depends on where the sale happens. Weighted by population, the average combined rate is 6.63%, ranking #30 of the 50 states and D.C.
Groceries are exempt from sales tax in New Jersey.
- State rate is 6.625%. No general local taxes; Urban Enterprise Zone businesses charge half the rate (3.3125%), which is why the average local rate is slightly negative. Groceries, clothing, and prescriptions are exempt.
Quick reference at 6.63%
| Price | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $1.66 | $26.66 |
| $100.00 | $6.63 | $106.63 |
| $500.00 | $33.15 | $533.15 |
| $1,500.00 | $99.45 | $1,599.45 |
| $30,000.00 | $1,989.00 | $31,989.00 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in New Jersey?
The New Jersey state sales tax rate is 6.63%. Local rates add up to 3.31%, and the average shopper pays a combined 6.63%. That ranks New Jersey #30 of 51 for average combined rate.
Are groceries taxed in New Jersey?
Groceries are exempt from sales tax in New Jersey.
How much is sales tax on a $30,000 car in New Jersey?
At the average combined rate of 6.63%, tax on a $30,000 purchase would be about $1,989. Many states tax vehicles differently: some apply only the state rate, cap the tax, or allow a trade-in credit. Check the New Jersey 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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