Denver, Colorado Sales Tax Calculator (2026)
8.00% total combined rate — includes state and local taxes.
Denver applies a combined sales tax of around 8%, including Colorado’s 2.9% state rate, city, and county portions.
Denver Sales Tax Calculator
Enter a purchase amount — we’ll calculate the total with Denver’s tax rate.
Rate
8.00%
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The current combined rate for Denver is 8.00%.
Denver Sales Tax Breakdown
- State Rate: 2.90%
- City Rate: 4.10%
- County Rate: 1.00%
- Special Rate: 0.00%
- Total: 8.00%
About Denver
As Colorado’s capital, Denver funds transportation, public works, and housing projects through local sales tax revenue.
Example Calculation
A $1,000 purchase in Denver results in about $80 total tax, depending on the district.
FAQs for Denver
What is Denver’s total rate?
Roughly 8% depending on location and district.
Do groceries have sales tax?
Most grocery food items are exempt from state tax, but some local taxes may still apply.