U.S. States with No Sales Tax
Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon are the only U.S. states without sales tax.
Sales Tax Overview and Variations
Most states allow local municipalities to add sales and use taxes to the state rate. State sales tax rates vary across the U.S.
Overview of Select States
- Alaska: No state sales tax but allows local sales taxes.
- Consumer Benefits: States without sales tax offer savings to consumers, especially on high-value purchases.
State Tax Rates and Notable Exceptions
- State sales tax rates range from 2.9% in Colorado to 7.25% in California.
- Some states like New York have additional local taxes on top of state sales tax.
Notable State Tax Details
- NOMAD States: Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon have no or minimal sales taxes.
- Some states have exemptions like income taxes, property taxes, and fuel taxes.
States with Highest Tax Rates
Louisiana, Tennessee, Arkansas, Washington, and Alabama have the highest combined state and local sales tax rates in the U.S.