Sales Tax for New York (2026)
New York (NY) Key Facts
State Sales Tax Rate
4%
Has State Sales Tax
Yes
Local Taxes May Apply
Yes
Tax Type
Sales and use tax
How This Calculator Works in New York
This calculator estimates the New York sales tax on your purchase amount using the state rate of 4%. Enter your purchase price to see the tax amount and total cost.
New York Overview
New York levies a 4% state sales tax with local taxes pushing combined rates to 8.875% in New York City. The state's notable clothing exemption — items under $110 are tax-free — provides real savings for everyday shoppers. Groceries are exempt, and rates vary significantly across the state's 62 counties.
How New York Compares
New York's sales tax rate of 4% compares to New Jersey at 6.625% and Connecticut at 6.35%. Combined with local rates, the effective sales tax burden varies by location.
| State | Top Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 6.625% | New Jersey has a sales tax rate of 6.625%. |
| Connecticut | 6.35% | Connecticut has a sales tax rate of 6.35%. |
| Pennsylvania | 6% | Pennsylvania has a sales tax rate of 6%. |
New York's sales tax rate of 4% compares to a national average of approximately 5.10%. This is below the national average.
Tips for New York Residents
- 1New York City's combined sales tax is 8.875% (4% state + 4.5% city + 0.375% MCTD), but clothing and footwear under $110 per item are completely exempt in NYC.
- 2The clothing exemption applies statewide for items under $110 — even outside NYC, most counties participate in this exemption.
- 3Groceries and prescription drugs are exempt from New York sales tax.
- 4New York does not hold statewide sales tax holidays.
- 5Combined rates outside NYC vary by county — rates range from about 7% to 8.875% depending on county and local taxes.