Flat 6.35% statewide · luxury rate 7.75% on high-end items · no local additions
Connecticut has a flat 6.35% state sales tax with no local additions. A higher 7.75% rate applies to luxury items including motor vehicles over $50,000, jewelry over $5,000, and clothing over $1,000 per item. Groceries and most prescription drugs are exempt.
Use 6.35% as the starting Connecticut sales tax rate.
The calculator below lets you add tax to a price or remove tax from a receipt total. Pick a city when available, or type the exact local rate from the official source.
State base rate
6.35%
Average combined
6.35%
Bridgeport rate
6.35% combined
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Educational tool only — not tax advice. Confirm rates before filing or pricing for customers.
Connecticut combined rates by city — 2026 reference
Multiply the taxable price by the combined state and local rate. Then add the tax amount to the original price to get the final checkout total.
Sales tax formula
Sales tax = item price x (rate / 100)
Final total = item price + sales tax
Enter the item price before tax.
Use the city rate above or type the exact local rate from the official source.
Calculate the sales tax amount and final total instantly.
Example
Formula
Tax
Total
$100 purchase in Bridgeport
$100.00 x 6.35%
$6.35
$106.35
$250 purchase in New Haven
$250.00 x 6.35%
$15.88
$265.88
Reverse tax from $106.35 in Bridgeport
$106.35 ÷ 1.06350 ≈ $100.00 pre-tax; about $6.35 was sales tax.
$100.00 before tax
$100.00 before tax
Connecticut sales tax examples
Common receipt calculations using high-search city rates.
$100 purchase in Bridgeport
$106.35 total
$100.00 × 6.35% = $6.35 sales tax in Bridgeport, Connecticut.
$250 purchase in New Haven
$265.88 total
$250.00 × 6.35% = $15.88 sales tax in New Haven, Connecticut.
Reverse tax from $106.35 in Bridgeport
$100.00 before tax
$106.35 ÷ 1.06350 ≈ $100.00 pre-tax; about $6.35 was sales tax.
State rate: 6.35%
Avg combined: 6.35%
Economic nexus: $100,000 in sales OR 200 transactions in Connecticut
Filing: Monthly, Quarterly, or Annual
Connecticut Sales Tax
Connecticut applies a flat 6.35% rate statewide with no county or local additions. A higher 7.75% luxury rate applies to vehicles over $50,000, jewelry over $5,000, and clothing over $1,000. Groceries and prescription drugs are exempt.
Connecticut combined rates by city
Combined rates vary across Connecticut. Reference cities on this page include: Bridgeport (6.35%), New Haven (6.35%), Hartford (6.35%), Stamford (6.35%), Waterbury (6.35%), Norwalk (6.35%). ZIP codes and special districts can differ — use the official lookup linked above for address-level filing.
Common exemptions in Connecticut
Common exemptions include: Unprepared groceries; Prescription drugs; Medical equipment; Clothing under $50 per item (proposed). Restaurant meals, prepared food, and many services are often taxable even when groceries are exempt.
Online sellers and economic nexus
Out-of-state sellers that exceed $100,000 in sales OR 200 transactions in Connecticut in Connecticut generally must register and collect tax on taxable sales delivered into the state. Marketplace facilitators often remit tax on behalf of third-party sellers.
How to use this calculator
Pick a city from the list or type the combined percentage from your CT tax lookup. Enter a pre-tax amount to add sales tax, or use reverse mode to split tax from a receipt total. Businesses should validate address-level rates in certified tax software before filing returns.
Often taxable in Connecticut
• General merchandise
• Electronics
• Clothing
• Restaurant meals
• Luxury goods at 7.75%
Common exemptions
• Unprepared groceries
• Prescription drugs
• Medical equipment
• Clothing under $50 per item (proposed)
Common mistakes to avoid
Using only the state rate
Connecticut's 6.35% state rate is only the starting point. Bridgeport is 6.35% combined.
Subtracting tax from a gross total
To reverse sales tax, divide by 1 + (rate ÷ 100). Do not subtract the percentage from the tax-inclusive price.
Treating groceries and clothing the same
Exemptions differ by item. Review Connecticut rules for food, apparel, medicine, and digital goods before invoicing.
Quoting the average rate for every address
The 6.35% average is useful for estimates; use address-level rates for compliance and customer quotes.
Official Connecticut sales tax source
Rates and rules on this page were last reviewed in January 2026 against Connecticut Dept. of Revenue. Use the linked authority for filing, registrations, or address-specific compliance.
•Rates on this page were compared to Connecticut official Department of Revenue publications as of January 2026.
•Bridgeport is listed at 6.35% combined (State 6.35% only). Confirm ZIP-level rates before filing.
•Destination-based rules usually apply to shipped orders — use the delivery address rate, not the seller's warehouse rate, unless official guidance says otherwise.
Connecticut has a flat 6.35% statewide with no local additions. A 7.75% rate applies to luxury items.
What items have the 7.75% Connecticut luxury tax?
The 7.75% rate applies to motor vehicles over $50,000, jewelry and watches over $5,000, and clothing or footwear over $1,000 per item.
Are groceries taxed in Connecticut?
Most unprepared grocery food items are exempt from Connecticut sales tax.
What is the sales tax rate in Bridgeport, CT?
Bridgeport uses about 6.35% combined sales tax (State 6.35% only). Always verify the current rate for your exact address.
Is clothing taxable in Connecticut?
Many clothing and footwear items are exempt from Connecticut sales tax within the limits described by the state (price caps may apply). Luxury apparel, uniforms, and specialty items may still be taxable.
Does Connecticut charge sales tax on online purchases?
Remote sellers and marketplaces that exceed Connecticut's economic nexus threshold ($100,000 in sales OR 200 transactions in Connecticut) generally must collect Connecticut sales tax based on the delivery address.
How do I reverse Connecticut sales tax from a receipt total?
Divide the tax-inclusive total by 1 plus the combined rate as a decimal. At 6.35% combined: $108 ÷ 1.08 ≈ $100 before tax.
Is shipping taxable in Connecticut?
Rules differ by state. See our shipping tax calculator and Connecticut Department of Revenue guidance to learn whether delivery, freight, and handling are taxable on your order.
Use this page for quick Connecticut sales tax estimates, receipt checks, and reverse tax calculations. For the most accurate result, choose the closest city rate or verify the exact address-level rate with the official source, then enter that percentage in the calculator.
Disclaimer: Rates are for informational and educational purposes and may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the official Connecticut revenue authority or a qualified professional before filing or making business decisions.