New Jersey · Sales Tax
The New Jersey state sales tax rate is 6.625%. On a $100 purchase, the tax is $6.62, for a total of $106.62.
| New Jersey Sales Tax | Rate | On $100 | On $1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| State base rate | 6.625% | $6.62 | $66.25 |
| Maximum combined | 6.625% | $6.62 | $66.25 |
| Pre-tax from $108.50 total | — | ÷1.0662 |
The state base sales tax rate in New Jersey is 6.625%. Urban Enterprise Zones apply 3.3125% rate; no local additions generally. The maximum combined rate (state plus highest local) reaches 6.625%.
Multiply the pre-tax price by 0.0663 (the decimal form of 6.625%). For example, a $250 purchase has a New Jersey state sales tax of $16.56, for a total of $266.56. To reverse-calculate: if you have the total and want the pre-tax price, divide the total by 1.0662.
Food and grocery tax rules vary by state. In New Jersey, the standard rate of 6.625% applies, though some states exempt grocery staples. Check the New Jersey Department of Revenue for specific grocery exemption rules.
The New Jersey state rate of 6.625% is close to the national median of approximately 6.0%. Combined with local rates, the effective rate in New Jersey ranges from 6.625% to 6.625%.