Minnesota · Sales Tax
The Minnesota state sales tax rate is 6.875%. On a $100 purchase, the tax is $6.88, for a total of $106.88.
| Minnesota Sales Tax | Rate | On $100 | On $1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| State base rate | 6.875% | $6.88 | $68.75 |
| Maximum combined | 9.875% | $9.88 | $98.75 |
| Pre-tax from $108.50 total | — | ÷1.0688 |
The state base sales tax rate in Minnesota is 6.875%. Minneapolis 8.025%; Saint Paul 8.375%. The maximum combined rate (state plus highest local) reaches 9.875%.
Multiply the pre-tax price by 0.0688 (the decimal form of 6.875%). For example, a $250 purchase has a Minnesota state sales tax of $17.19, for a total of $267.19. To reverse-calculate: if you have the total and want the pre-tax price, divide the total by 1.0688.
Food and grocery tax rules vary by state. In Minnesota, the standard rate of 6.875% applies, though some states exempt grocery staples. Check the Minnesota Department of Revenue for specific grocery exemption rules.
The Minnesota state rate of 6.875% is close to the national median of approximately 6.0%. Combined with local rates, the effective rate in Minnesota ranges from 6.875% to 9.875%.