Denver, CO Sales Tax (2026)

Verified Jul 28, 2026

Combined sales tax 9.15% (5.15% Denver + 2.90% CO state + 1.00% RTD + 0.10% special/cultural district), per the City and County of Denver's own tax-rate table. Denver's 5.15% city rate is imposed by the Denver Revised Municipal Code (2026 Tax Guide Topic 70). Watch the special rates: prepared food and drink is taxed at 8.00% combined and retail marijuana at 26.75% combined (medical marijuana is taxed at the general rate).

Official source: denvergov.org →

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