Sales Tax · IA
Iowa Sales Tax Calculator
The Iowa statewide base sales-tax rate is 6% for 2026. Most places add county and city taxes on top — enter your combined local rate below to get the exact tax and total.
2026 statewide base rate
6%
Your combined state + local rate. Most US rates fall between 4% and 10%.
Total with sales tax
$106
- Sales tax added
- $6
- Price before tax
- $100
How sales tax works in Iowa
Sales tax in Iowa starts with the 6% statewide rate and climbs from there: your county and city add their own rates, so the combined total you actually pay depends on your exact address. Many states also exempt or reduce tax on essentials like groceries and prescription drugs, so a full cart can be taxed at a lower effective rate than the headline number.
To get your precise figure, find your combined state-plus-local rate (your Iowa Department of Revenue publishes a lookup by address) and enter it in the calculator above. It computes the tax and total in exact cents.
Iowa sales tax — FAQ
What is the sales tax rate in Iowa?
The Iowa statewide base rate is 6% for 2026. Counties and cities usually add local taxes on top, so your combined rate at checkout is often higher — enter it in the calculator for your exact figure.
How much is sales tax on a $100 purchase in Iowa?
At the 6% state base rate, tax on $100 is 6 cents on the dollar — about $6.00, for a $106.00 total. Local taxes may raise it.
Is the Iowa sales tax rate the same everywhere in the state?
No. 6% is the statewide base; counties and cities add their own rates, so two towns in Iowa can charge different combined totals. Use your local combined rate for an accurate result.
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