Colorado Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax in Colorado. Find state and local tax rates.
Updated April 2026Calculate Sales Tax in Colorado
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Tax Breakdown
Total Amount$107.79
Tax Details
Pre-Tax Amount
$100.00
State Tax
2.90%$2.90
Local Tax
4.89%$4.89
Total Tax
$7.79
Effective Tax Rate7.79%
2.90%
State Rate
7.79%
Avg Combined
Yes
Local Tax
No
Grocery Taxed
Colorado Sales Tax Rates
State Rate
2.90%
Avg. Local Rate
4.89%
Combined Rate
7.79%
Local rates vary by city and county. The combined rate shown uses the statewide average local rate.
Exemptions & Taxable Items
- • Groceries are exempt from sales tax
- • Clothing is subject to sales tax
- • Prescription medicine is generally exempt
Sales Tax Examples in Colorado
| Purchase Price | Sales Tax | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $1.95 | $26.95 |
| $100.00 | $7.79 | $107.79 |
| $500.00 | $38.95 | $538.95 |
| $1,000.00 | $77.90 | $1,077.90 |
Based on the average combined state + local rate of 7.79%.
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