North Carolina Sales
Tax Rate

North Carolina has a 4.75% statewide base sales tax rate. With local district taxes added on top, combined rates can reach as high as 8.25% depending on where a purchase is made.

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6.75% – 8.25%

North Carolina combined sales tax rate for 2026

North Carolina (state)4.75%
District rate range2% – 3.5%
Combined sales tax rate range6.75% – 8.25%

*Local district tax rates vary by city and county and can change quarterly. For the exact rate at a specific address, use the official state rate lookup tool.

Sources: NCDOR — Current Sales and Use Tax Rates. Last verified: August 14, 2026.

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