New Jersey sales tax at a glance
New Jersey's typical combined rate of 6.6% ranks 30th highest among the 50 states. New Jersey has no general local sales taxes, and sellers in designated Urban Enterprise Zones charge half the state rate (3.3125%). Clothing is exempt.
What sales tax adds at the register
At the average combined rate of 6.6%:
| Price | Sales tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $25 | $1.65 | $26.65 |
| $100 | $6.60 | $106.60 |
| $500 | $33.00 | $533.00 |
| $2,000 | $132.00 | $2,132.00 |
Frequently asked questions
+What is the sales tax in New Jersey in 2026?
New Jersey charges a single statewide rate of 6.625% with no local sales taxes, so every purchase in the state is taxed the same. New Jersey has no general local sales taxes, and sellers in designated Urban Enterprise Zones charge half the state rate (3.3125%). Clothing is exempt.
+How do I calculate New Jersey sales tax backwards from a total?
Divide the total by 1 plus the rate as a decimal. At 6.6%, a $106.60 total means a $100.00 price and $6.60 tax. Choose "Total after tax (reverse)" above to do it automatically.
+Do online orders charge New Jersey sales tax?
Yes. Since the Wayfair decision, large online sellers must collect New Jersey sales tax based on your delivery address — the same state rate you'd pay in a store.
+Is the rate the same everywhere in New Jersey?
Yes — New Jersey 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.