Los Angeles Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate Los Angeles area sales tax using an approximate typical combined rate. Local districts vary, so override the rate to match your address.
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- -Unprepared grocery food
- -Prescription medicines
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Los Angeles sales tax calculator for 2026. LA city combined rate is approximately 10.25% (7.25% CA base + county and district taxes including Measure H). Most LA County cities cluster around 10.25%. Groceries exempt. Clothing IS taxable in California. Over 80 cities in LA County, each with potentially different district overlays.
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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Los Angeles County includes multiple district add-ons. The default is a planning estimate for common retail totals.
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What is the sales tax rate in Los Angeles?
LA city has a combined rate of approximately 10.25%, including the 7.25% California state base, LA County tax, LA Metro transit tax, and Measure H (homelessness prevention). Most cities across LA County are also near 10.25%.
Why is LA sales tax so high?
LA County stacks multiple voter-approved district taxes: county tax, LA Metro (Measure R, Measure M for transit), Measure H (0.25% for homeless services), and city-specific additions. These layers push most LA locations above 10%.
Is food taxed in Los Angeles?
Unprepared grocery food is exempt. Restaurant meals, hot deli items, and prepared food are taxable at the full 10.25% rate.
Is the rate the same across all of LA County?
Nearly. Most LA County cities are at or near 10.25% due to countywide Measure H and Metro transit taxes. Minor variations exist in some unincorporated areas. Use the CDTFA lookup for your exact address.
Is clothing taxable in LA?
Yes. California taxes all clothing and footwear at the full combined rate. Unlike New York ($110 exemption) and Pennsylvania (most clothing exempt), California has no clothing exemption.
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