Nevada · Sales Tax
The Nevada state sales tax rate is 6.85%. On a $100 purchase, the tax is $6.85, for a total of $106.85.
| Nevada Sales Tax | Rate | On $100 | On $1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| State base rate | 6.85% | $6.85 | $68.50 |
| Maximum combined | 8.375% | $8.38 | $83.75 |
| Pre-tax from $108.50 total | — | ÷1.0685 |
The state base sales tax rate in Nevada is 6.85%. Las Vegas (Clark County) 8.375%; Carson City 7.6%. The maximum combined rate (state plus highest local) reaches 8.375%.
Multiply the pre-tax price by 0.0685 (the decimal form of 6.85%). For example, a $250 purchase has a Nevada state sales tax of $17.12, for a total of $267.12. To reverse-calculate: if you have the total and want the pre-tax price, divide the total by 1.0685.
Food and grocery tax rules vary by state. In Nevada, the standard rate of 6.85% applies, though some states exempt grocery staples. Check the Nevada Department of Revenue for specific grocery exemption rules.
The Nevada state rate of 6.85% is close to the national median of approximately 6.0%. Combined with local rates, the effective rate in Nevada ranges from 6.85% to 8.375%.