Hawaii Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax in Hawaii. Find state and local tax rates.
Updated April 2026Calculate Sales Tax in Hawaii
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Tax Breakdown
Total Amount$104.44
Tax Details
Pre-Tax Amount
$100.00
State Tax
4.00%$4.00
Local Tax
0.44%$0.44
Total Tax
$4.44
Effective Tax Rate4.44%
4.00%
State Rate
4.44%
Avg Combined
Yes
Local Tax
Yes
Grocery Taxed
Hawaii Sales Tax Rates
State Rate
4.00%
Avg. Local Rate
0.44%
Combined Rate
4.44%
Local rates vary by city and county. The combined rate shown uses the statewide average local rate.
Exemptions & Taxable Items
- • Groceries are subject to sales tax
- • Clothing is subject to sales tax
- • Prescription medicine is generally exempt
Sales Tax Examples in Hawaii
| Purchase Price | Sales Tax | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $1.11 | $26.11 |
| $100.00 | $4.44 | $104.44 |
| $500.00 | $22.20 | $522.20 |
| $1,000.00 | $44.40 | $1,044.40 |
Based on the average combined state + local rate of 4.44%.
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