Ohio Sales Tax Calculator 2026
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The Ohio state sales tax is 5.75%, and the average shopper pays 7.29% 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 7.29% is $7.29, for a total of $107.29.
Total with tax
$107.29
at 7.29% combined rate
- Sales tax
- $7.29
- Pre-tax price
- $100.00
- State rate
- 5.75%
- Avg. local rate
- 1.54%
- max 2.25%
Ohio sales tax explained
Ohio charges a 5.75% state sales tax. Cities, counties, and special districts add their own rates, up to 2.25% more, so the combined rate depends on where the sale happens. Weighted by population, the average combined rate is 7.29%, ranking #21 of the 50 states and D.C.
Groceries are exempt from sales tax in Ohio.
- Groceries for off-premises consumption are exempt; soft drinks and alcohol are taxed.
Quick reference at 7.29%
| Price | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $1.82 | $26.82 |
| $100.00 | $7.29 | $107.29 |
| $500.00 | $36.45 | $536.45 |
| $1,500.00 | $109.35 | $1,609.35 |
| $30,000.00 | $2,187.00 | $32,187.00 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Ohio?
The Ohio state sales tax rate is 5.75%. Local rates add up to 2.25%, and the average shopper pays a combined 7.29%. That ranks Ohio #21 of 51 for average combined rate.
Are groceries taxed in Ohio?
Groceries are exempt from sales tax in Ohio.
How much is sales tax on a $30,000 car in Ohio?
At the average combined rate of 7.29%, tax on a $30,000 purchase would be about $2,187. Many states tax vehicles differently: some apply only the state rate, cap the tax, or allow a trade-in credit. Check the Ohio 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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