Sales Tax for Nebraska (2026)
Nebraska (NE) Key Facts
State Sales Tax Rate
5.5%
Has State Sales Tax
Yes
Local Taxes May Apply
Yes
Tax Type
Sales and use tax
How This Calculator Works in Nebraska
This calculator estimates the Nebraska sales tax on your purchase amount using the state rate of 5.5%. Enter your purchase price to see the tax amount and total cost.
Nebraska Overview
Nebraska imposes a 5.5% state sales tax with local additions up to 2%, making combined rates typically 6.5-7.5% across the state. Groceries and prescription drugs are exempt, and the state provides broad agricultural exemptions. There are no sales tax holidays.
How Nebraska Compares
Nebraska's sales tax rate of 5.5% compares to Kansas at 6.5% and Iowa at 6%. Combined with local rates, the effective sales tax burden varies by location.
| State | Top Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 6.5% | Kansas has a sales tax rate of 6.5%. |
| Iowa | 6% | Iowa has a sales tax rate of 6%. |
| South Dakota | 4.5% | South Dakota has a sales tax rate of 4.5%. |
Nebraska's sales tax rate of 5.5% compares to a national average of approximately 5.10%. This is above the national average.
Tips for Nebraska Residents
- 1Nebraska's 5.5% state sales tax combines with local taxes up to 2%, pushing combined rates to 7.5% in some cities.
- 2Groceries are exempt from Nebraska sales tax, but prepared food is taxable.
- 3Nebraska does not hold statewide sales tax holidays.
- 4Omaha and Lincoln both have combined rates of about 7% and 7.25% respectively.
- 5Prescription drugs are exempt, and Nebraska also exempts agricultural machinery and inputs used in farming.