| County | State Rate | County Rate | Combined Rate | Major City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alameda | 6.00% | 0.25% | 8.25% | Oakland |
| Butte | 6.00% | 0.50% | 7.25% | Chico |
| Fresno | 6.00% | 0.975% | 8.175% | Fresno |
| Kern | 6.00% | 0.25% | 7.25% | Bakersfield |
| Los Angeles | 6.00% | 0.50% | 8.25% | Los Angeles |
| Orange | 6.00% | 0.50% | 7.75% | Santa Ana |
| Riverside | 6.00% | 0.50% | 7.75% | Riverside |
| Sacramento | 6.00% | 0.25% | 7.75% | Sacramento |
| San Bernardino | 6.00% | 0.50% | 7.75% | San Bernardino |
| San Diego | 6.00% | 0.50% | 7.75% | San Diego |
| San Francisco | 6.00% | 0.25% | 8.25% | San Francisco |
| San Joaquin | 6.00% | 0.50% | 7.75% | Stockton |
The California state sales tax rate is 6.00%. However, the total sales tax rate can range from 7.25% to 8.75% depending on the county and local taxes. California has a complex sales tax system, with different rates applying to different types of goods and services.
Some unique facts about California’s tax system include the fact that groceries, clothing, and prescription medication are exempt from sales tax. Additionally, California has a “use tax” which applies to purchases made out of state but used in California.
It’s worth noting that while groceries and clothing are exempt from sales tax, some other items like prepared foods and certain types of clothing may still be subject to tax.
California sales tax is collected by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA). The CDTFA is responsible for administering and collecting sales tax, as well as other taxes and fees, in the state of California.
In California, businesses are required to collect sales tax on taxable sales and remit it to the CDTFA. The state has a complex system of nexus rules, which determine whether a business is required to collect sales tax. The economic nexus threshold in California is $500,000 in annual sales, meaning that businesses with sales above this threshold are required to collect sales tax.