North Carolina sales tax calculator
North Carolina’s state rate is 4.75%; the typical combined rate with local taxes is about 7%. Add or remove sales tax from any amount below.
Pre-tax
$100.00
Sales tax
$7.00
Total
$107.00
How sales tax works in North Carolina
North Carolina has a 4.75% state rate, and every county adds local taxes bringing the combined rate to about 6.75%–7.5%. Groceries are exempt from the state rate but subject to a 2% local tax in most counties.
Rates are approximate and current as of the 2024–2025 tax years. Local rates change and vary by address; confirm the exact figure with the North Carolina department of revenue or a rate lookup by ZIP code before relying on it.
Sales tax on common amounts in North Carolina (at 7%)
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in North Carolina?
North Carolina's statewide base rate is 4.75%. With average local (city and county) taxes added, the typical combined rate is about 7%. Your exact rate depends on the address of the sale.
How much is sales tax on $100 in North Carolina?
At the 7% average combined rate, sales tax on $100 is about $7.00, for a total of $107.00. At the 4.75% state rate alone it is $4.75.
Does North Carolina charge local sales tax on top of the state rate?
Yes. Cities, counties or special districts in North Carolina add local sales tax, which is why the average combined rate (7%) is higher than the 4.75% state rate.
How do I calculate sales tax backwards from a total in North Carolina?
Divide the tax-included total by 1 plus the rate as a decimal. At 7%, a $107.00 total came from a $100.00 pre-tax price. Use the "Remove tax from a total" mode above.