North Carolina Sales Tax Calculator (2025)
Find up-to-date North Carolina sales tax rates for 2025. The state rate is 4.75%, local add-ons up to 2.75%, with an average combined rate around 7.00%. Includes exemptions and breakdowns for major cities.
North Carolina applies a statewide sales tax rate of 4.75%. Local counties add between 2% and 2.75%, bringing total rates to between 6.75% and 7.5%.
North Carolina Sales Tax Calculator
Enter a purchase amount — this calculator uses the average combined rate for North Carolina.
Overview of North Carolina Sales Tax
North Carolina’s combined sales tax applies to most goods and some services. Counties may add up to 2.75% in local taxes to fund infrastructure and education.
Comparison With Neighboring States
South Carolina averages 7.4%, Virginia around 5.3%, and Tennessee 9.5%. North Carolina’s average 7% rate is moderate for the Southeast region.
Business Tax Information
Retailers must register with the North Carolina Department of Revenue to collect and remit sales tax. Filings may be monthly, quarterly, or annually based on sales volume.
All Cities in North Carolina
Browse detailed city-level rates across North Carolina.
Charlotte
6.75%
Charlotte applies a combined sales tax rate of 6.75%, which includes North Carolina’s 4.75% state tax and Mecklenbu...
Raleigh
6.75%
Raleigh applies a combined rate of 6.75%, matching the state and Wake County rates.
Greensboro
7.00%
Greensboro’s total sales tax rate is 7%, including state and Guilford County taxes.
Durham
7.00%
Durham applies a total 7% rate, combining North Carolina’s base tax with local additions.
Winston Salem
7.00%
Winston-Salem’s total sales tax is 7%, matching Forsyth County’s rate.
Fayetteville
7.00%
Fayetteville applies a combined rate of 7%, including state and Cumberland County taxes.
Cary
6.75%
Cary’s total rate is 6.75%, combining the state’s 4.75% and local 2% portion.
Wilmington
7.00%
Wilmington applies a total 7% rate, combining state and New Hanover County taxes.
Asheville
7.00%
Asheville applies a total combined rate of 7%, including North Carolina’s base and Buncombe County’s local rate.
High Point
7.00%
High Point’s total sales tax is 7%, matching Guilford County’s combined rate.
FAQs for North Carolina
What is North Carolina’s state sales tax rate?
4.75% statewide.
Do counties add local taxes?
Yes, between 2% and 2.75% depending on the county.
What is the highest total rate?
7.5% in select counties.
Are groceries taxed?
Most groceries are exempt from sales tax, though prepared food is taxable.