Kentucky Sales Tax (2026)

Info: 6% state sales and use tax on retail sales.

InfoVerified Jul 11, 2026

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6% state sales and use tax on retail sales. There are no local sales taxes in Kentucky, so the 6% rate applies statewide.

Official source: revenue.ky.gov →

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