Sales Tax Calculator of North Carolina for 2021 Q2

This page provides an overview of all the sales tax rates across North Carolina for 2021 Q2, giving you a clear picture of the state, county, and local rates in effect.

To get more precise information, you can navigate further to find sales tax rates by specific city or ZIP code. Entering the purchase price will allow you to see the exact sales tax amount for your transaction.

How 2021 Q2 Sales Tax are calculated in North Carolina

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

Every 2021 Q2 combined rates mentioned above are the results of 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

Applicable tax rates vary depending on the purchase category. Common taxable categories include:

• Consumer use
• Rentals
• Retail sales (sales tax)
• Seller's use
• Lodgings

North Carolina state rate(s) for 2021 Q2

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: 6.874% including state, county, and city portions.

Distribution of Sales Tax Rates

• Low range: 4.8% - 5.7%
• Medium range: 5.7% - 6.6%
• High range: 6.6% - 7.5%

Rate changes for 2021_q2

No changes has been made in North Carolina for county, city and/or special rates in current quarter of 2021 Q2 compared to 2021 Q1.