New Jersey sales tax rates (July 1, 2026)
| State rate | 6.63% |
|---|---|
| Average local rate | 0.00% |
| Average combined rate | 6.63% |
| Rank among the 50 states and DC | 30 of 51, where 1 is the highest combined rate |
New Jersey has no general local sales taxes, so the 6.63% state rate is the rate you pay on taxable purchases anywhere in the state.
Sales tax on common purchases in New Jersey
| Purchase | Tax at 6.63% | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.66 | $10.66 |
| $25 | $1.66 | $26.66 |
| $50 | $3.31 | $53.31 |
| $100 | $6.63 | $106.63 |
| $250 | $16.56 | $266.56 |
| $500 | $33.13 | $533.13 |
| $1,000 | $66.25 | $1,066.25 |
| $5,000 | $331.25 | $5,331.25 |
Worked example: a $250 purchase
Combined rate = 6.63% state + 0.00% average local = 6.63%
Sales tax = $250 × 0.06625 = $16.56
Total = $250 + $16.56 = $266.56
To back the tax out of a receipt total, divide by 1 plus the rate: $266.56 ÷ 1.06625 ≈ $250.00. The reverse sales tax calculator does this for any rate.
New Jersey compared with nearby states
| State | State rate | Avg. local | Combined | Tax on $250 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 6.63% | 0.00% | 6.63% | $16.56 |
| New York | 4.00% | 4.54% | 8.54% | $21.35 |
| Pennsylvania | 6.00% | 0.34% | 6.34% | $15.85 |
| Delaware | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | $0.00 |
Average combined rates are lower in Delaware and Pennsylvania. Before shopping across the border, note that states with a sales tax also charge use tax on taxable goods bought elsewhere and brought home untaxed, and vehicles are taxed where they are registered.
What's taxed and what's exempt in New Jersey
- Most clothing and footwear is exempt from the 6.625% sales tax, as are groceries, and New Jersey has no sales tax holiday.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in New Jersey in 2026?
The state rate is 6.63%. New Jersey has no general local sales taxes, so 6.63% applies statewide.
How much is the sales tax on $100 in New Jersey?
About $6.63 at the 6.63% average combined rate, for a total of $106.63.
How does New Jersey's sales tax compare with other states?
New Jersey ranks 30 of 51 for combined state and average local sales tax, where 1 is the highest. Nearby, Delaware (0.00%) and Pennsylvania (6.34%) are lower. New York (8.54%) is higher.
Do I pay New Jersey sales tax on online orders?
Yes, in most cases. Larger online sellers and marketplaces collect New Jersey sales tax based on the delivery address. If a seller doesn't, New Jersey residents owe use tax at the same rate on taxable items, usually reported on the state income tax return.
What else should shoppers know about sales tax in New Jersey?
Most clothing and footwear is exempt from the 6.625% sales tax, as are groceries, and New Jersey has no sales tax holiday.
Rates are averages for planning — not tax advice. Source: Tax Foundation, State and Local Sales Tax Rates, Midyear 2026 (rates as of July 1, 2026). Local rates vary by address and can change during the year; the New Jersey revenue department publishes the official rate for each location.