Minnesota Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax in Minnesota. 6.875% state rate + 0.58% average local tax = 7.455% combined rate. Free calculator with city-specific rates and exemption details.
State Rate
6.875%
Avg Local
0.58%
Combined
7.455%
Highest Rate
8.025%
Average local rate pre-filled. Adjust for your city.
Sales Tax Rates in Major Minnesota Cities
| City | Combined Rate |
|---|---|
| Minneapolis | 8.025% |
| St. Paul | 7.875% |
| Rochester | 7.375% |
| Duluth | 7.875% |
Quick Reference — Minnesota at 7.455% Combined Rate
| Purchase | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $0.75 | $10.75 |
| $25.00 | $1.86 | $26.86 |
| $50.00 | $3.73 | $53.73 |
| $100.00 | $7.46 | $107.45 |
| $250.00 | $18.64 | $268.64 |
| $500.00 | $37.28 | $537.27 |
| $1,000.00 | $74.55 | $1074.55 |
| $5,000.00 | $372.75 | $5372.75 |
Minnesota Sales Tax Guide (2026)
Minnesota exempts both groceries and clothing from sales tax. The state rate is 6.875% with modest local additions. Minneapolis has a combined rate of about 8.025%.
Tax Exemptions in Minnesota
- Groceries: Exempt
- Clothing: Exempt
- Prescription drugs: Exempt in Minnesota
How Minnesota Sales Tax Works
In Minnesota, the total sales tax you pay is the sum of the 6.875% state rate plus any local taxes imposed by your city or county. Local rates vary, with the average being 0.58% for a combined rate of 7.455%. The highest combined rate in Minnesota is 8.025% (Minneapolis).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Minnesota?
Minnesota has a 6.875% state sales tax rate. With average local taxes of 0.58%, the combined rate is 7.455%. Minnesota exempts both groceries and clothing from sales tax. The state rate is 6.875% with modest local additions. Minneapolis has a combined rate of about 8.025%.
Are groceries taxed in Minnesota?
Groceries in Minnesota are exempt. Most unprepared food items are not subject to sales tax.
Is clothing taxed in Minnesota?
Clothing in Minnesota is exempt. This exemption helps reduce the cost of essential apparel.
What is the highest sales tax rate in Minnesota?
The highest combined rate in Minnesota is 8.025% (Minneapolis). Rates vary by city and county due to local tax additions.
What are sales tax rates in major Minnesota cities?
Minneapolis (8.025%), St. Paul (7.875%), Rochester (7.375%), Duluth (7.875%).
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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%)
Iowa (6.94%)
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%)
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%)