Ohio Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax in Ohio. 5.75% state rate + 1.48% average local tax = 7.23% combined rate. Free calculator with city-specific rates and exemption details.
State Rate
5.75%
Avg Local
1.48%
Combined
7.23%
Highest Rate
8%
Average local rate pre-filled. Adjust for your city.
Sales Tax Rates in Major Ohio Cities
| City | Combined Rate |
|---|---|
| Columbus | 7.5% |
| Cleveland | 8% |
| Cincinnati | 7.8% |
| Dayton | 7.25% |
Quick Reference — Ohio at 7.23% Combined Rate
| Purchase | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $0.72 | $10.72 |
| $25.00 | $1.81 | $26.81 |
| $50.00 | $3.62 | $53.62 |
| $100.00 | $7.23 | $107.23 |
| $250.00 | $18.07 | $268.07 |
| $500.00 | $36.15 | $536.15 |
| $1,000.00 | $72.30 | $1072.30 |
| $5,000.00 | $361.50 | $5361.50 |
Ohio Sales Tax Guide (2026)
Ohio exempts groceries from sales tax. Counties can add up to 2.25% in local taxes. Most counties have 1-1.75% local additions. Cuyahoga County (Cleveland) has the highest combined rate.
Tax Exemptions in Ohio
- Groceries: Exempt
- Clothing: Taxed
- Prescription drugs: Exempt in Ohio
How Ohio Sales Tax Works
In Ohio, the total sales tax you pay is the sum of the 5.75% state rate plus any local taxes imposed by your city or county. Local rates vary, with the average being 1.48% for a combined rate of 7.23%. The highest combined rate in Ohio is 8% (Cuyahoga County).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Ohio?
Ohio has a 5.75% state sales tax rate. With average local taxes of 1.48%, the combined rate is 7.23%. Ohio exempts groceries from sales tax. Counties can add up to 2.25% in local taxes. Most counties have 1-1.75% local additions. Cuyahoga County (Cleveland) has the highest combined rate.
Are groceries taxed in Ohio?
Groceries in Ohio are exempt. Most unprepared food items are not subject to sales tax.
Is clothing taxed in Ohio?
Clothing in Ohio is taxed. Standard sales tax rates apply to clothing purchases.
What is the highest sales tax rate in Ohio?
The highest combined rate in Ohio is 8% (Cuyahoga County). Rates vary by city and county due to local tax additions.
What are sales tax rates in major Ohio cities?
Columbus (7.5%), Cleveland (8%), Cincinnati (7.8%), Dayton (7.25%).
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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%)
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%)
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%)