Minnesota Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Calculate sales tax in Minnesota. Minnesota has a 6.88% state sales tax rate; local taxes bring the average combined rate to 8.14%. Based on current MN rates.

By Konstantin Iakovlev · Updated October 19, 2026 · Methodology

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Groceries (food for home)
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Total Tax

$8.14

Total with Tax

$108.14

Combined Rate

8.140%

Tax Breakdown

State Tax (6.88%)$6.88
Local Tax (1.26%)$1.27
Total Sales Tax$8.14
Total with Tax$108.14

Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.

Minnesota Sales Tax Guide

Minnesota's statewide sales tax rate is 6.88%, and in much of the state that is the full rate you pay because Minnesota does not layer a general local sales tax on top everywhere. Some cities and counties do add local option taxes for transit or specific projects, but the base most shoppers encounter is the 6.88% state figure. The tax applies to most retail goods and many services at the register.

Several everyday categories are carved out. Most unprepared grocery food is exempt, as are prescription drugs and clothing, which makes Minnesota one of the states where a routine supermarket or clothing run carries no sales tax. Prepared food, dining out, and many discretionary purchases remain taxable. When you buy from an out-of-state seller that does not collect Minnesota tax, a matching use tax is owed directly to the Minnesota Department of Revenue so in-state and remote purchases are treated alike.

Minnesota Sales Tax Details (2026)

State Sales Tax Rate 6.88%
Local Sales Taxes Yes, 1.26% on average
Average Combined Rate 8.14% (Tax Foundation, midyear 2026)
State Income Tax progressive (up to 9.85%)
Avg. Property Tax Rate 0.99%

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Minnesota Sales Tax FAQ

What is Minnesota's sales tax rate?
The statewide rate is 6.88%. Minnesota does not impose a general local sales tax across the board, so in many areas 6.88% is the entire rate, though certain cities and counties add local option taxes for transit or specific local needs that raise the combined rate in those places.
Are groceries and clothing taxed in Minnesota?
Most unprepared grocery food is exempt from Minnesota sales tax, and clothing is also generally exempt, which is unusual among states. Prepared foods, restaurant meals, candy, and soft drinks are typically taxable even though staple groceries are not, so how an item is processed and sold matters.
Do prescription drugs get taxed in Minnesota?
Prescription drugs are exempt from Minnesota sales tax. The exemption is aimed at necessities, so medicines prescribed by a licensed provider are not taxed at the register, while many over-the-counter and non-prescription items can still fall under the taxable category.
When do I owe Minnesota use tax?
Use tax applies when you buy taxable goods from an out-of-state or online seller that does not collect Minnesota sales tax and you use the item in Minnesota. You report and pay it directly to the Minnesota Department of Revenue at the same 6.88% base rate, which prevents remote purchases from escaping tax that local stores collect.

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