Colorado Sales Tax Calculator (2025)
Find up-to-date Colorado sales tax rates for 2025. The state rate is 2.90%, local add-ons up to 8.60%, with an average combined rate around 7.70%. Includes exemptions and breakdowns for major cities.
Colorado has a statewide base sales tax of 2.9%. Local jurisdictions may add up to 8.6%, resulting in typical combined rates between 6% and 9% across the state.
Colorado Sales Tax Calculator
Enter a purchase amount — this calculator uses the average combined rate for Colorado.
Overview of Colorado Sales Tax
Colorado’s 2.9% state tax is among the lowest in the U.S., but cities and counties add their own rates. Each jurisdiction reports independently, making local data important for accuracy.
Comparison With Neighboring States
Utah’s average combined rate is 7.1%, New Mexico’s 7.8%, and Wyoming’s 5.3%. Colorado’s typical 7.7% remains competitive in the region.
Business Tax Information
Retailers must register with the Colorado Department of Revenue. Local rates vary by city, so using the official GIS lookup or API ensures accurate calculation for remote sellers.
All Cities in Colorado
Browse detailed city-level rates across Colorado.
Denver
8.00%
Denver applies a combined sales tax of around 8%, including Colorado’s 2.9% state rate, city, and county portions.
Colorado Springs
7.70%
Colorado Springs applies a combined rate near 7.7%, which includes local and state components.
Aurora
7.90%
Aurora’s total sales tax rate averages around 7.9%, combining city, county, and state contributions.
Boulder
7.86%
Boulder’s total rate is about 7.86%, supporting green initiatives and sustainable city programs.
Fort Collins
6.55%
Fort Collins applies a combined rate of about 6.55%, slightly below the state’s urban average.
Pueblo
7.60%
Pueblo’s combined tax rate is approximately 7.6%, supporting downtown revitalization and local services.
Greeley
6.46%
Greeley’s combined sales tax averages 6.46%, helping fund education and city growth programs.
Lakewood
6.90%
Lakewood applies about 6.9% total tax, slightly below the Denver metro average.
Thornton
7.65%
Thornton’s combined rate of 7.65% includes contributions from Adams County and local city taxes.
Arvada
7.50%
Arvada’s total rate is roughly 7.5%, combining the state’s base 2.9% with local additions.
FAQs for Colorado
What is Colorado’s state sales tax?
2.9%, one of the lowest in the U.S.
Do local taxes vary?
Yes, cities and counties can add up to 8.6% combined.
What’s the average total rate?
Around 7.7% statewide.
Are groceries taxed?
Most grocery food items are exempt from the state portion.