The sales tax rate in Jersey City, New Jersey is 6.625%. That is made up of the 6.625% New Jersey state sales tax. On a $100 purchase you pay $6.63 in sales tax, for a total of $106.63.
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When you buy something in Jersey City, the price at the register includes a combined sales tax of 6.625%. That is simply the New Jersey state rate of 6.625%, with no extra local sales tax in Jersey City. 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 6.625%. A few quick examples for Jersey City:
| Purchase price | Sales tax (6.625%) | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $20 | $1.33 | $21.33 |
| $50 | $3.31 | $53.31 |
| $100 | $6.63 | $106.63 |
| $500 | $33.13 | $533.13 |
| $1,000 | $66.25 | $1,066.25 |
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The combined sales tax rate in Jersey City, NJ is 6.625%, which includes the 6.625% New Jersey state rate.
Multiply the price by 6.625% (i.e. by 0.0663). For example, a $50 item has $3.31 of sales tax, for a total of $53.31.
Divide the tax-inclusive total by 1.0663. The result is the pre-tax price and the remainder is the 6.625% tax.
Yes. Jersey City applies the New Jersey state rate of 6.625% with no extra local sales tax.