Sales Tax States
North Carolina

Reverse Sales Tax Calculator of North Carolina for 2024

How 2024 Sales Tax are calculated in North Carolina

The state general sales tax rate of North Carolina is 4.75%. North Carolina cities and/or municipalities don't have a city sales tax.

Every 2024 combined rates mentioned above are the results of North Carolina state rate (4.75%), the county rate (2% to 2.25%), and in some case, special rate (0% to 0.5%).

There is no city sales tax for the North Carolina cities.

Variations by Purchase Type

North Carolina's sales tax rate may vary depending on the type of purchase. Examples of taxable categories may include:

  • Consumer use tax
  • Rental tax
  • Sales tax
  • Sellers use tax
  • Lodgings tax


For comprehensive details, please refer to the official North Carolina government website.

North Carolina state rate(s) for 2024

Lowest possible rate: 4.8% (e.g., Barber, North Carolina)
Other common rates: 6.75% .7%, 7.25%,
Highest possible rate: 7.5% (Cedar Grove, North Carolina)
Average combined rate across North Carolina: 6.903%

Rates changes

Changes have been made to North Carolina's county, city and/or special rates in 2024 compared to 2023.

List of North Carolina cities and their changes (up to 15)

City Name County Rate City Rate Special Rate
Hertford2.25% (+0.25%) 0%0%
Mount Holly2.25% (+0.25%) 0%0% (-0.5%)

Most Recent Sales Tax Rate Update

The latest update to the sales tax rates was made in January 2024.

North Carolina Regions & ZIP Codes

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Top 10 Largest Cities in North Carolina
(by ZIP Code Count)

Full list of North Carolina cities

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