New York City Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate New York City combined sales tax on a purchase using an approximate typical NYC rate. Override with your exact rate when you have it.
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- -Clothing and footwear under $110 per item
- -Unprepared grocery food
- -Prescription medicines
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NYC sales tax calculator for 2026. Uniform 8.875% rate across all five boroughs (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island). Breakdown: 4% state + 4.5% city + 0.375% MCTD transit surcharge. Clothing and footwear under $110 per item are EXEMPT from all sales tax. Groceries and prescription medicines exempt.
Disclaimer: This calculator uses publicly available rules effective as of Jan 1, 2025 (version 1.0). Results are for informational purposes only. Always verify with official sources or a qualified professional. Last reviewed: Mar 1, 2026.
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New York City includes state and local components in the combined sales tax. Use the default for planning, then enter your real rate for precision.
United States FAQs
What is the NYC sales tax rate?
NYC charges 8.875% on most taxable purchases: 4% NY state + 4.5% NYC local + 0.375% MCTD transit surcharge. This rate is identical across all five boroughs.
Is the rate the same in all boroughs?
Yes. Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island all charge exactly 8.875%. There is no variation by borough or neighbourhood within NYC.
Is clothing taxed in NYC?
Clothing and footwear under $110 per item are completely exempt from NYC sales tax. Items at $110 or above are taxed at the full 8.875%. This exemption is permanent, not just during tax holidays.
What is the MCTD surcharge?
The 0.375% Metropolitan Commuter Transportation District surcharge funds public transit infrastructure in the NYC metro area, including the MTA subway and bus system.
Is restaurant food taxed in NYC?
Yes. Prepared food and restaurant meals are taxed at the full 8.875%. This includes dine-in, takeout, delivery, and food truck purchases. Unprepared grocery food remains exempt.
How does NYC compare to nearby areas?
NYC at 8.875% is the highest in New York state. Westchester is 8.375%, Nassau 8.625%, some upstate counties 7-8%. New Jersey across the river charges 6.625% statewide with no local additions.
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