Ohio's state sales tax rate is 5.75%. Each of Ohio's 88 counties adds its own rate, ranging from 0.75% to 2.25%. Combined rates range from 6.5% (Canton/Stark) to 8% (Cleveland/Cuyahoga). Columbus is 7.5%, Cincinnati 7%, Cleveland 8%. Groceries are exempt.
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
5.75%
Average combined
7.22%
Columbus rate
7.5% combined
Calculator
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Quick amounts
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Educational tool only — not tax advice. Confirm rates before filing or pricing for customers.
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 Columbus
$100.00 x 7.5%
$7.50
$107.50
$250 purchase in Cleveland
$250.00 x 8%
$20.00
$270.00
Reverse tax from $107.5 in Columbus
$107.5 ÷ 1.07500 ≈ $100.00 pre-tax; about $7.50 was sales tax.
$100.00 before tax
$100.00 before tax
Ohio sales tax examples
Common receipt calculations using high-search city rates.
$100 purchase in Columbus
$107.5 total
$100.00 × 7.5% = $7.50 sales tax in Columbus, Ohio.
$250 purchase in Cleveland
$270 total
$250.00 × 8% = $20.00 sales tax in Cleveland, Ohio.
Reverse tax from $107.5 in Columbus
$100.00 before tax
$107.5 ÷ 1.07500 ≈ $100.00 pre-tax; about $7.50 was sales tax.
State rate: 5.75%
Avg combined: 7.22%
Economic nexus: $100,000 in sales OR 200 transactions in Ohio in the current or prior calendar year
Filing: Monthly, Quarterly, or Semi-Annual
How Ohio Sales Tax Works
Ohio levies a 5.75% state sales tax. Each of Ohio's 88 counties adds an additional rate ranging from 0.75% to 2.25%. Combined rates range from 6.5% to 8% statewide. Ohio does not have city-level sales taxes — only the county rate is added. Ohio uses destination-based sourcing.
Ohio Sales Tax Rates by County — 2026
Cuyahoga County (Cleveland, Parma, Lorain) has the highest county tax at 2.25% for 8% combined. Franklin County (Columbus, Dublin) and Montgomery County (Dayton) each charge 1.75% for 7.5%. Hamilton County (Cincinnati) charges 1.25% for 7%. Summit County (Akron) charges 1% for 6.75%. Stark County (Canton) charges the minimum 0.75% for 6.5%.
Ohio Sales Tax Exemptions
Ohio's main exemptions: unprepared grocery food, prescription drugs, certain medical equipment, manufacturing machinery used in production, and agricultural exemptions. Restaurant food, prepared meals, candy, and alcohol are taxable.
Ohio Use Tax and Online Purchases
Ohio residents owe use tax on purchases made out of state when Ohio tax was not collected. The use tax rate equals the buyer's county combined rate. Marketplace facilitators must collect Ohio sales tax on all Ohio-destined sales since January 2019.
How to Use This Ohio Sales Tax Calculator
Cleveland and Cuyahoga County: 8%. Columbus (Franklin): 7.5%. Cincinnati (Hamilton): 7%. Akron (Summit): 6.75%. Canton (Stark): 6.5%. Select your city and click Calculate. Use reverse mode to extract the base price from an Ohio receipt.
Often taxable in Ohio
• General merchandise
• Electronics
• Clothing
• Restaurant meals
• Prepared food
Common exemptions
• Unprepared groceries and food
• Prescription drugs
• Medical equipment
• Manufacturing machinery
Common mistakes to avoid
Using only the state rate
Ohio's 5.75% state rate is only the starting point. Columbus is 7.5% 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 Ohio rules for food, apparel, medicine, and digital goods before invoicing.
Quoting the average rate for every address
The 7.22% average is useful for estimates; use address-level rates for compliance and customer quotes.
Official Ohio sales tax source
Rates and rules on this page were last reviewed in January 2026 against Ohio Dept. of Revenue. Use the linked authority for filing, registrations, or address-specific compliance.
•Rates on this page were compared to Ohio official Department of Revenue publications as of January 2026.
•Columbus is listed at 7.5% combined (State 5.75% + County 1.75%). 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.
Ohio sales tax — frequently asked questions
What is the Ohio sales tax rate in 2026?
Ohio's state rate is 5.75%. County additions bring combined rates to 6.5%–8%. Cuyahoga County (Cleveland) is the highest at 8%, Franklin County (Columbus) is 7.5%, Hamilton County (Cincinnati) is 7%.
Are groceries taxed in Ohio?
No. Most food items for home consumption are exempt from Ohio sales tax. Restaurant meals, prepared food, candy, and alcohol are taxable.
What county in Ohio has the highest sales tax?
Cuyahoga County (Cleveland, Parma, Lorain) has the highest county rate at 2.25%, bringing the combined total to 8%.
Is clothing taxable in Ohio?
Yes. Clothing is fully taxable in Ohio at the applicable combined county rate. Ohio has no clothing exemption.
Does Ohio have an economic nexus threshold?
Yes. Out-of-state sellers with $100,000 in Ohio sales or 200 Ohio transactions in the current or prior calendar year must collect Ohio sales tax.
What is the sales tax rate in Columbus, OH?
Columbus uses about 7.5% combined sales tax (State 5.75% + County 1.75%). Always verify the current rate for your exact address.
Is clothing taxable in Ohio?
Clothing and footwear are generally taxable in Ohio at the combined state and local rate unless a specific exemption applies.
Does Ohio charge sales tax on online purchases?
Remote sellers and marketplaces that exceed Ohio's economic nexus threshold ($100,000 in sales OR 200 transactions in Ohio in the current or prior calendar year) generally must collect Ohio sales tax based on the delivery address.
How do I reverse Ohio sales tax from a receipt total?
Divide the tax-inclusive total by 1 plus the combined rate as a decimal. At 7.22% combined: $108 ÷ 1.08 ≈ $100 before tax.
Is shipping taxable in Ohio?
Rules differ by state. See our shipping tax calculator and Ohio Department of Revenue guidance to learn whether delivery, freight, and handling are taxable on your order.
Use this page for quick Ohio 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 Ohio revenue authority or a qualified professional before filing or making business decisions.