Utah Sales Tax Calculator 2026
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The Utah state sales tax is 6.1%, and the average shopper pays 7.42% 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 7.42% is $7.42, for a total of $107.42.
Total with tax
$107.42
at 7.42% combined rate
- Sales tax
- $7.42
- Pre-tax price
- $100.00
- State rate
- 6.1%
- Avg. local rate
- 1.32%
- max 4.7%
Utah sales tax explained
Utah charges a 6.1% state sales tax. Cities, counties, and special districts add their own rates, up to 4.7% more, so the combined rate depends on where the sale happens. Weighted by population, the average combined rate is 7.42%, ranking #20 of the 50 states and D.C.
Utah taxes groceries at a reduced 3% rate plus local taxes.
- The 6.1% base includes a mandatory 1.25% uniform local rate. Groceries are taxed at a reduced 3% combined rate.
Quick reference at 7.42%
| Price | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $1.86 | $26.86 |
| $100.00 | $7.42 | $107.42 |
| $500.00 | $37.10 | $537.10 |
| $1,500.00 | $111.30 | $1,611.30 |
| $30,000.00 | $2,226.00 | $32,226.00 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Utah?
The Utah state sales tax rate is 6.1%. Local rates add up to 4.7%, and the average shopper pays a combined 7.42%. That ranks Utah #20 of 51 for average combined rate.
Are groceries taxed in Utah?
Utah taxes groceries at a reduced 3% rate plus local taxes.
How much is sales tax on a $30,000 car in Utah?
At the average combined rate of 7.42%, tax on a $30,000 purchase would be about $2,226. Many states tax vehicles differently: some apply only the state rate, cap the tax, or allow a trade-in credit. Check the Utah 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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