Connecticut sales tax at a glance
Connecticut's typical combined rate of 6.35% ranks 33th highest among the 50 states. Connecticut has a single statewide rate with no local sales taxes — 6.35% everywhere.
What sales tax adds at the register
At the average combined rate of 6.35%:
| Price | Sales tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $25 | $1.59 | $26.59 |
| $100 | $6.35 | $106.35 |
| $500 | $31.75 | $531.75 |
| $2,000 | $127.00 | $2,127.00 |
Frequently asked questions
+What is the sales tax in Connecticut in 2026?
Connecticut charges a single statewide rate of 6.35% with no local sales taxes, so every purchase in the state is taxed the same. Connecticut has a single statewide rate with no local sales taxes — 6.35% everywhere.
+How do I calculate Connecticut sales tax backwards from a total?
Divide the total by 1 plus the rate as a decimal. At 6.35%, a $106.35 total means a $100.00 price and $6.35 tax. Choose "Total after tax (reverse)" above to do it automatically.
+Do online orders charge Connecticut sales tax?
Yes. Since the Wayfair decision, large online sellers must collect Connecticut sales tax based on your delivery address — the same state rate you'd pay in a store.
+Is the rate the same everywhere in Connecticut?
Yes — Connecticut is one of the states with a uniform statewide rate and no local add-ons.
Rates as of July 1, 2026, from state revenue departments compiled by the Tax Foundation; local averages are population-weighted. Product exemptions (groceries, clothing, medicine) vary by state. Estimates only — see our terms.