Connecticut Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax in Connecticut. Find state and local tax rates.
Updated April 2026Calculate Sales Tax in Connecticut
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Tax Breakdown
Total Amount$106.35
Tax Details
Pre-Tax Amount
$100.00
State Tax
6.35%$6.35
Local Tax
0.00%$0.00
Total Tax
$6.35
Effective Tax Rate6.35%
6.35%
State Rate
6.35%
Avg Combined
No
Local Tax
No
Grocery Taxed
Connecticut Sales Tax Rates
State Rate
6.35%
Avg. Local Rate
0.00%
Combined Rate
6.35%
Exemptions & Taxable Items
- • Groceries are exempt from sales tax
- • Clothing is exempt from sales tax
- • Prescription medicine is generally exempt
Sales Tax Examples in Connecticut
| Purchase Price | Sales Tax | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $1.59 | $26.59 |
| $100.00 | $6.35 | $106.35 |
| $500.00 | $31.75 | $531.75 |
| $1,000.00 | $63.50 | $1,063.50 |
Based on the average combined state + local rate of 6.35%.
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