Salt Lake City, Utah Sales Tax Calculator (2026)
8.15% total combined rate — includes state and local taxes.
Salt Lake City applies a total sales tax rate of about 8.15%, including Utah’s 4.85% base rate and local additions.
Salt Lake City Sales Tax Calculator
Enter a purchase amount — we’ll calculate the total with Salt Lake City’s tax rate.
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8.15%
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The current combined rate for Salt Lake City is 8.15%.
Salt Lake City Sales Tax Breakdown
- State Rate: 4.85%
- City Rate: 2.80%
- County Rate: 0.00%
- Special Rate: 0.50%
- Total: 8.15%
About Salt Lake City
As Utah’s capital and largest city, Salt Lake City’s combined rate supports transportation, tourism, and city infrastructure.
Example Calculation
A $1,000 purchase in Salt Lake City adds $81.50 in sales tax, totaling $1,081.50.
FAQs for Salt Lake City
What is Salt Lake City’s total rate?
About 8.15%, including state, city, and transit district taxes.
Are groceries taxed?
Yes, but at a reduced rate of 3% for unprepared foods.