Sales Tax for Connecticut (2026)
Connecticut (CT) Key Facts
State Sales Tax Rate
6.35%
Has State Sales Tax
Yes
Local Taxes May Apply
Yes
Tax Type
Sales and use tax
How This Calculator Works in Connecticut
This calculator estimates the Connecticut sales tax on your purchase amount using the state rate of 6.35%. Enter your purchase price to see the tax amount and total cost.
Connecticut Overview
Connecticut charges a flat 6.35% state sales tax with no local taxes, making rates straightforward across the state. Clothing under $100 and groceries are exempt, while luxury goods face a higher 7.75% rate. The state holds an annual back-to-school tax holiday in August.
How Connecticut Compares
Connecticut's sales tax rate of 6.35% compares to New York at 4% and Massachusetts at 6.25%. Combined with local rates, the effective sales tax burden varies by location.
| State | Top Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4% | New York has a sales tax rate of 4%. |
| Massachusetts | 6.25% | Massachusetts has a sales tax rate of 6.25%. |
| Rhode Island | 7% | Rhode Island has a sales tax rate of 7%. |
Connecticut's sales tax rate of 6.35% compares to a national average of approximately 5.10%. This is above the national average.
Tips for Connecticut Residents
- 1Connecticut's 6.35% sales tax rate applies uniformly statewide — there are no local add-on taxes, making it simpler than most states.
- 2Most clothing under $100 is exempt from Connecticut sales tax, but items $100 and over are taxed at the full 6.35% rate.
- 3Groceries and prescription medications are exempt from Connecticut sales tax.
- 4Luxury items like jewelry, clothing over $1,000, and certain vehicles over $50,000 are taxed at a higher 7.75% rate.
- 5Connecticut holds a one-week sales tax holiday in August for clothing and footwear under $100.