California tax rulesSales Tax

California Sales Tax (2026)

Info: California's statewide base sales and use tax rate is 7.25%; counties, cities, and special districts may add district taxes ranging from 0.10% to 2.00%, so the total rate varies by location.

InfoVerified Jul 3, 2026

California's statewide base sales and use tax rate is 7.25%; counties, cities, and special districts may add district taxes ranging from 0.10% to 2.00%, so the total rate varies by location.

Official source: cdtfa.ca.gov

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