Sacramento Sales Tax Calculator (2026)

The sales tax rate in Sacramento, California is 8.75%. That is made up of the 7.25% California state sales tax plus about 1.5% in local city and county taxes. On a $100 purchase you pay $8.75 in sales tax, for a total of $108.75.

8.75%Combined rate
7.25%CA state rate
1.5%Local add-on

Sacramento Sales Tax Calculator

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Sales tax in Sacramento, California

When you buy something in Sacramento, the price at the register includes a combined sales tax of 8.75%. That figure layers local Sacramento city and county taxes of about 1.5% on top of the California state base rate of 7.25%. The exact rate can vary slightly by special taxing district within the city, so always confirm the rate shown at checkout for your specific address.

How much sales tax will you pay in Sacramento?

To work out the tax on any purchase, multiply the price by 8.75%. A few quick examples for Sacramento:

Purchase priceSales tax (8.75%)Total
$20$1.75$21.75
$50$4.38$54.38
$100$8.75$108.75
$500$43.75$543.75
$1,000$87.50$1,087.50

Compare Sacramento with the rest of the state on the California sales tax page, or see every state on the sales tax by state hub. To work out your true out-the-door price after a discount, pair this with the discount calculator.

Frequently asked questions

What is the sales tax rate in Sacramento?

The combined sales tax rate in Sacramento, CA is 8.75%, which includes the 7.25% California state rate and about 1.5% in local taxes.

How do I calculate sales tax in Sacramento?

Multiply the price by 8.75% (i.e. by 0.0875). For example, a $50 item has $4.38 of sales tax, for a total of $54.38.

How do I remove sales tax from a Sacramento total?

Divide the tax-inclusive total by 1.0875. The result is the pre-tax price and the remainder is the 8.75% tax.

Is Sacramento sales tax the same as the California state rate?

No. California charges a 7.25% state rate, and Sacramento adds local taxes on top for a 8.75% combined rate.