Iowa Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax in Iowa. 6% state rate + 0.94% average local tax = 6.94% combined rate. Free calculator with city-specific rates and exemption details.
State Rate
6%
Avg Local
0.94%
Combined
6.94%
Highest Rate
7%
Average local rate pre-filled. Adjust for your city.
Sales Tax Rates in Major Iowa Cities
| City | Combined Rate |
|---|---|
| Des Moines | 7% |
| Cedar Rapids | 7% |
| Davenport | 7% |
| Iowa City | 7% |
Quick Reference — Iowa at 6.94% Combined Rate
| Purchase | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $0.69 | $10.69 |
| $25.00 | $1.74 | $26.73 |
| $50.00 | $3.47 | $53.47 |
| $100.00 | $6.94 | $106.94 |
| $250.00 | $17.35 | $267.35 |
| $500.00 | $34.70 | $534.70 |
| $1,000.00 | $69.40 | $1069.40 |
| $5,000.00 | $347.00 | $5347.00 |
Iowa Sales Tax Guide (2026)
Iowa exempts most grocery items from sales tax. Local option taxes of up to 1% are common, and most jurisdictions have adopted them. Iowa also has a use tax on out-of-state purchases.
Tax Exemptions in Iowa
- Groceries: Exempt
- Clothing: Taxed
- Prescription drugs: Exempt in Iowa
How Iowa Sales Tax Works
In Iowa, the total sales tax you pay is the sum of the 6% state rate plus any local taxes imposed by your city or county. Local rates vary, with the average being 0.94% for a combined rate of 6.94%. The highest combined rate in Iowa is 7% (most cities).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Iowa?
Iowa has a 6% state sales tax rate. With average local taxes of 0.94%, the combined rate is 6.94%. Iowa exempts most grocery items from sales tax. Local option taxes of up to 1% are common, and most jurisdictions have adopted them. Iowa also has a use tax on out-of-state purchases.
Are groceries taxed in Iowa?
Groceries in Iowa are exempt. Most unprepared food items are not subject to sales tax.
Is clothing taxed in Iowa?
Clothing in Iowa is taxed. Standard sales tax rates apply to clothing purchases.
What is the highest sales tax rate in Iowa?
The highest combined rate in Iowa is 7% (most cities). Rates vary by city and county due to local tax additions.
What are sales tax rates in major Iowa cities?
Des Moines (7%), Cedar Rapids (7%), Davenport (7%), Iowa City (7%).
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Sales Tax in Other States
Alaska (1.76%)
Alabama (9.24%)
Arkansas (9.44%)
Arizona (8.37%)
California (8.82%)
Colorado (7.77%)
Connecticut (6.35%)
Delaware (0%)
Florida (7.01%)
Georgia (7.29%)
Hawaii (4.44%)
Idaho (6.03%)
Illinois (8.74%)
Indiana (7%)
Kansas (8.69%)
Kentucky (6%)
Louisiana (9.55%)
Massachusetts (6.25%)
Maryland (6%)
Maine (5.5%)
Michigan (6%)
Minnesota (7.455%)
Missouri (8.285%)
Mississippi (7.07%)
Montana (0%)
North Carolina (6.97%)
North Dakota (6.96%)
Nebraska (6.94%)
New Hampshire (0%)
New Jersey (6.625%)
New Mexico (7.565%)
Nevada (8.23%)
New York (8.52%)
Ohio (7.23%)
Oklahoma (8.94%)
Oregon (0%)
Pennsylvania (6.34%)
Rhode Island (7%)
South Carolina (7.43%)
South Dakota (6.4%)
Tennessee (9.548%)
Texas (8.19%)
Utah (7.19%)
Virginia (5.75%)
Vermont (6.18%)
Washington (9.29%)
Wisconsin (5.44%)
West Virginia (6.39%)
Wyoming (5.36%)