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New Jersey Sales Tax Calculator

New Jersey's rate is 6.625% state. Enter an amount for the exact total.

Total with tax

$106.63

Sales tax: $6.63
Combined rate: 6.625%
State only: 6.63%

Note: Rates above are state-level base rates as of 2026. Local rates vary by zip code — enter your local rate to get the exact total. Some states (AK, DE, MT, NH, OR) have no statewide sales tax.

New Jersey sales tax rates (2026)

State base rate6.625%
Average local add-onNone
Typical combined rate6.63%
Tax on a $100 purchase≈$6.63
Tax on a $1,000 purchase≈$66.30
Where it ranksModerate-tax state

New Jersey sales tax explained

New Jersey charges a 6.625% statewide sales tax. There's little or no local add-on, so the combined rate stays close to 6.625% statewide. Groceries, prescription drugs, and some other categories are often taxed at a reduced rate or exempt — check your receipt, since rules vary by item.

New Jersey sales tax FAQ

What is the sales tax rate in New Jersey?

New Jersey's state sales tax is 6.625%. With an estimated average local add-on of 0%, the typical combined rate is about 6.63%. Your exact local rate depends on your city and county.

How much is sales tax on $100 in New Jersey?

About $6.63 at the ~6.63% combined rate, for a total near $106.63. Enter any amount in the calculator above for the exact figure.

Does New Jersey have local sales taxes?

New Jersey has little to no local sales tax on top of the 6.625% state rate, so the combined rate is close to 6.625% almost everywhere.

How does New Jersey sales tax compare to other states?

At roughly 6.63% combined, New Jersey sits in the moderate-tax range nationally. Most states land between 6% and 9% once local taxes are included.

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Note: State rate is the 2026 statewide base; the local figure is an estimated average — your actual local rate varies by ZIP code. Verify with the New Jersey Department of Revenue for exact, current rates.