New Jersey Sales Tax Calculator 2026

2026

Calculate sales tax in New Jersey. New Jersey has a 6.63% state sales tax rate. Based on current NJ rates.

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Exempt Groceries
Exempt Clothing

Total Tax

$6.63

Total with Tax

$106.63

Combined Rate

6.625%

Tax Breakdown

State Tax (6.63%)$6.63
Local Tax (0.00%)$0.00
Total Sales Tax$6.63
Total with Tax$106.63

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.

New Jersey Sales Tax Guide

New Jersey charges a single statewide sales tax of 6.63% and, unlike most states, lets no county or town add a local surcharge on top. That means the rate at the register is the same in Newark, Cherry Hill, or a shore town, which makes a New Jersey total far easier to predict than in states where the rate shifts every few miles.

The base is also narrower than many shoppers expect. Most groceries, prescription drugs, and many over-the-counter medicines are exempt, and clothing and footwear are generally not taxed at all, a long-standing New Jersey feature. Prepared restaurant food, electronics, furniture, and most household goods are taxable. When you buy from an out-of-state seller that does not collect New Jersey tax, the state expects you to pay an equivalent use tax directly to the Division of Taxation, typically reported on your annual return.

New Jersey Sales Tax Details (2026)

State Sales Tax Rate 6.63%
Local Taxes Apply No
State Income Tax progressive (up to 10.75%)
Avg. Property Tax Rate 2.23%

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New Jersey Sales Tax FAQ

What is the sales tax rate in New Jersey?
New Jersey applies one statewide rate of 6.63%, and there are no additional county or municipal sales taxes layered on top. Because the rate does not change from town to town, the tax on a given purchase is the same across the state. That uniformity is unusual compared with states where combined local rates push totals higher in some cities.
Is food and clothing taxed in New Jersey?
Most grocery food is exempt from New Jersey sales tax, as are prescription drugs and many over-the-counter medicines. Clothing and footwear are also generally exempt, which is one of the state's better-known features for shoppers. Prepared food sold by restaurants, along with most electronics, furniture, and general merchandise, remains taxable at 6.63%.
Do I owe New Jersey use tax on online or out-of-state purchases?
Yes, when you buy taxable goods from a seller that does not charge New Jersey sales tax, you owe use tax at the same 6.63% rate. This commonly applies to certain out-of-state or online purchases where no tax was collected at checkout. The Division of Taxation lets you report and pay use tax, often on your annual income tax return.
Are there any reduced sales tax rates in New Jersey?
New Jersey runs Urban Enterprise Zones in designated areas where qualifying retailers may charge a reduced sales tax rate on certain in-person purchases. Outside those zones, the standard 6.63% rate applies everywhere. The reduced-rate program is administered by the state and limited to specific locations and types of sales.