Lake Zurich, IL Sales Tax Rate and Calculator
The combined rate is 8.25% as of August 1, 2026. Enter an amount to see the tax.
Updated October 2026Calculate Sales Tax in Lake Zurich, IL
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Lake Zurich sales tax rate: 8.25%
The combined sales tax rate in Lake Zurich, IL is 8.25% as of August 1, 2026: 6.25% state, 1% county and Regional Transportation Authority, and 1% village. Lake Zurich has about 19,759 residents.
At 8.25%, a $500 purchase in Lake Zurich adds $41.25 in tax and a $2,000 one adds $165.00. With a median household income of $139,959 (Census ACS 5-Year 2023), that larger bill equals about 6% of a week's income here.
Among the 8 Illinois places covered on this site, Lake Zurich ranks lowest. Rates run from 8.25% in Lake Zurich to 11.25% in Glenwood.
The 1% state tax on groceries ended January 1, 2026; many cities and counties levy a 1% local grocery tax. The local tax on groceries in Lake Zurich is not verified here and is not included. Rates can change at the start of each quarter. Source: Illinois revenue department, read October 13, 2026.
Illinois Sales Tax Rates
State Rate
6.25%
Lake Zurich Local Rate
2%
Lake Zurich Combined
8.25%
Local rates vary by city, county and special district. State rate source: Illinois revenue department, checked October 13, 2026.
Exemptions & Taxable Items
- • The 1% state tax on groceries ended January 1, 2026; many cities and counties levy a 1% local grocery tax. The local tax on groceries in Lake Zurich is not verified here and is not included
- • Clothing is subject to sales tax
- • Prescription medicine is generally exempt
Sales Tax Examples in Lake Zurich
| Purchase Price | Sales Tax | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $2.06 | $27.06 |
| $100.00 | $8.25 | $108.25 |
| $500.00 | $41.25 | $541.25 |
| $1,000.00 | $82.50 | $1,082.50 |
Based on the Lake Zurich combined rate of 8.25% (August 1, 2026).
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