Connecticut · Sales Tax
The Connecticut state sales tax rate is 6.35%. On a $100 purchase, the tax is $6.35, for a total of $106.35.
| Connecticut Sales Tax | Rate | On $100 | On $1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| State base rate | 6.35% | $6.35 | $63.50 |
| Maximum combined | 6.35% | $6.35 | $63.50 |
| Pre-tax from $108.50 total | — | ÷1.0635 |
The state base sales tax rate in Connecticut is 6.35%. No local additions; flat state rate applies statewide. The maximum combined rate (state plus highest local) reaches 6.35%.
Multiply the pre-tax price by 0.0635 (the decimal form of 6.35%). For example, a $250 purchase has a Connecticut state sales tax of $15.88, for a total of $265.88. To reverse-calculate: if you have the total and want the pre-tax price, divide the total by 1.0635.
Food and grocery tax rules vary by state. In Connecticut, the standard rate of 6.35% applies, though some states exempt grocery staples. Check the Connecticut Department of Revenue for specific grocery exemption rules.
The Connecticut state rate of 6.35% is close to the national median of approximately 6.0%. Combined with local rates, the effective rate in Connecticut ranges from 6.35% to 6.35%.