New York Sales Tax Calculator (2026)
Find up-to-date New York sales tax rates for 2026. The state rate is 4.00%, local add-ons up to 4.88%, with an average combined rate around 8.50%. Includes exemptions and breakdowns for major cities.
New York applies a statewide sales tax of 4%. Local jurisdictions add between 3% and 4.875%, bringing total combined rates to 7–8.875% depending on location.
New York Sales Tax Calculator
Enter a purchase amount — this calculator uses the average combined rate for New York.
Overview of New York Sales Tax
New York’s state rate of 4% is consistent statewide. Each county and some cities add their own rates, while New York City includes an additional MCTD surcharge. Clothing under $110 per item is exempt in most areas.
Comparison With Neighboring States
New Jersey has a 6.625% rate, Connecticut 6.35%, and Pennsylvania 6–8%. New York’s average 8–8.875% range is among the highest in the Northeast.
Business Tax Information
All retailers must register with the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance to collect and remit sales tax. Filing frequency depends on taxable sales volume.
All Cities in New York
Browse detailed city-level rates across New York.
New York City
8.88%
New York City applies a total combined sales tax rate of 8.875%, including New York State’s 4% rate and local addit...
Buffalo
8.00%
Buffalo applies a total combined rate of 8%, including the state’s 4% and local Erie County’s 4% rate.
Rochester
8.00%
Rochester’s total sales tax rate is 8%, including New York’s 4% state tax and 4% Monroe County addition.
Yonkers
8.88%
Yonkers applies a total rate of 8.875%, including New York State’s 4%, city’s 4.5%, and MCTD surcharge of 0.375%.
Syracuse
8.00%
Syracuse’s total rate is 8%, including New York’s state tax and Onondaga County’s local addition.
Albany
8.00%
Albany applies a total combined rate of 8%, with 4% from the state and 4% from Albany County.
Utica
8.00%
Utica’s total sales tax rate is 8%, combining state and county portions.
Binghamton
8.00%
Binghamton applies a total 8% rate, combining the state’s 4% and Broome County’s 4% local tax.
Niagara Falls
8.00%
Niagara Falls applies a total 8% sales tax, typical for western New York regions.
Schenectady
8.00%
Schenectady’s combined sales tax rate is 8%, including New York’s base and local additions.
FAQs for New York
What is New York’s state sales tax?
4% statewide.
Can local governments add taxes?
Yes, local rates vary from 3% to 4.875%.
What’s the highest total rate?
8.875% in New York City and Yonkers.
Are groceries and clothing taxed?
Groceries are exempt, and clothing under $110 is tax-free in most areas.