California Sales Tax Calculator (2026)
Find up-to-date California sales tax rates for 2026. The state rate is 6.00%, local add-ons up to 1.25%, with an average combined rate around 8.25%. Includes exemptions and breakdowns for major cities.
California applies a statewide base sales tax of 7.25%, the highest minimum rate in the U.S. Local governments can add district taxes, pushing totals as high as 10.25% in some areas.
California Sales Tax Calculator
Enter a purchase amount — this calculator uses the average combined rate for California.
Overview of California Sales Tax
California’s statewide base rate of 7.25% includes 6% state tax and 1.25% mandatory local tax. Cities and counties can add district taxes, bringing combined rates up to 10.25%.
Comparison With Neighboring States
Oregon has 0% sales tax, while Nevada’s average is 8.23% and Arizona’s 8.6%. California remains among the highest in the nation.
Business Tax Information
Retailers must register with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA). Returns are typically filed quarterly.
All Cities in California
Browse detailed city-level rates across California.
Los Angeles
9.50%
Los Angeles has a combined sales tax rate of 9.5%, one of the highest in California. It includes the state’s 7.25% ...
San Francisco
8.63%
San Francisco applies a total sales tax rate of 8.625%, which includes California’s 7.25% base and local add-ons.
San Diego
7.75%
San Diego’s combined sales tax rate is 7.75%, just above California’s base rate.
Sacramento
7.75%
Sacramento applies a 7.75% combined sales tax rate.
San Jose
9.75%
San Jose’s sales tax rate is 9.75%, one of the highest in the Bay Area.
Fresno
8.25%
Fresno’s total sales tax rate is 8.25%.
Long Beach
9.50%
Long Beach applies a sales tax rate of 9.5%, one of the highest in Southern California.
Oakland
9.50%
Oakland has a total sales tax rate of 9.5%.
Anaheim
8.25%
Anaheim’s total sales tax rate is 8.25%.
Bakersfield
7.75%
Bakersfield’s combined sales tax rate is 7.75%.
FAQs for California
What is California's base sales tax rate?
7.25% statewide, with possible local add-ons.
Why are some California cities above 10%?
Local governments can add district taxes.
Are groceries taxed in California?
Most groceries are exempt, but prepared food and restaurant meals are taxable.