Sales Tax Calculator — Columbus, OH
Calculate sales tax in Columbus, Ohio. Find local and state tax rates.
Updated April 2026Calculate Sales Tax in Ohio
Tax Breakdown
Tax Details
Ohio Sales Tax Rates
State Rate
5.75%
Avg. Local Rate
1.49%
Combined Rate
7.24%
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 Ohio
| Purchase Price | Sales Tax | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $1.81 | $26.81 |
| $100.00 | $7.24 | $107.24 |
| $500.00 | $36.20 | $536.20 |
| $1,000.00 | $72.40 | $1,072.40 |
Based on the average combined state + local rate of 7.24%.
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