Des Moines, Iowa Sales Tax Calculator (2026)
7.00% total combined rate — includes state and local taxes.
Des Moines applies a combined 7% sales tax, including Iowa’s 6% base rate and a 1% local option tax.
Des Moines Sales Tax Calculator
Enter a purchase amount — we’ll calculate the total with Des Moines’s tax rate.
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The current combined rate for Des Moines is 7.00%.
Des Moines Sales Tax Breakdown
- State Rate: 6.00%
- City Rate: 1.00%
- County Rate: 0.00%
- Special Rate: 0.00%
- Total: 7.00%
About Des Moines
As Iowa’s capital and largest city, Des Moines’ 1% local option tax supports parks, roads, and public safety improvements.
Example Calculation
A $1,000 purchase in Des Moines adds $70 in sales tax for a total of $1,070.
FAQs for Des Moines
What is Des Moines’ total sales tax?
7%, including the 6% state tax and 1% local option tax.
Are groceries taxed?
Most groceries and prescription drugs are exempt from sales tax.