Sales Tax Calculator — North Carolina
North Carolina sets a 4.75% statewide rate, and county taxes bring the average combined rate to an even 7%. The state taxes groceries at a reduced 2% local rate while exempting them from the state portion.
Sales tax and total price
Total with tax
$107.00
Breakdown
Subtotal$100.00
Sales tax (7%)$7.00
North Carolina's statewide base rate is 4.75% and its average combined state + local rate is 7% (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.