The sales tax rate in Lexington, Kentucky is 6%. That is made up of the 6% Kentucky state sales tax. On a $100 purchase you pay $6.00 in sales tax, for a total of $106.00.
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When you buy something in Lexington, the price at the register includes a combined sales tax of 6%. That is simply the Kentucky state rate of 6%, with no extra local sales tax in Lexington. 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.
To work out the tax on any purchase, multiply the price by 6%. A few quick examples for Lexington:
| Purchase price | Sales tax (6%) | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $20 | $1.20 | $21.20 |
| $50 | $3.00 | $53.00 |
| $100 | $6.00 | $106.00 |
| $500 | $30.00 | $530.00 |
| $1,000 | $60.00 | $1,060.00 |
Compare Lexington with the rest of the state on the Kentucky 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.
The combined sales tax rate in Lexington, KY is 6%, which includes the 6% Kentucky state rate.
Multiply the price by 6% (i.e. by 0.0600). For example, a $50 item has $3.00 of sales tax, for a total of $53.00.
Divide the tax-inclusive total by 1.0600. The result is the pre-tax price and the remainder is the 6% tax.
Yes. Lexington applies the Kentucky state rate of 6% with no extra local sales tax.