Sales Tax Calculator — District of Columbia
The District of Columbia applies a single 6% general sales tax with no separate local rate, so the combined rate is 6%. Higher special rates apply to restaurant meals, hotels, and parking, while groceries and prescription drugs are exempt.
Sales tax and total price
Total with tax
$106.00
Breakdown
Subtotal$100.00
Sales tax (6%)$6.00
District of Columbia's statewide base rate is 6% and its average combined state + local rate is 6% (pre-filled). The rate is editable because local rates vary by exact address and some items are exempt or taxed differently. Statewide rates are from the Tax Foundation, 2026. An estimate, not tax advice.