Sales Tax Calculator of North Carolina for 2025
This page provides an overview of all the sales tax rates across North Carolina for 2025, 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 2025 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 2025 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
For comprehensive details, please refer to the official North Carolina government website.
North Carolina state rate(s) for 2025
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: 6.904% 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 2025
Some counties, cities, and special districts have updated their rates in 2025 compared to 2024.
Sample List of North Carolina cities and their changes (up to 15)
City Name | County Rate | City Rate | Special Rate |
---|---|---|---|
Pine Level | 2.25% (+0.25%) | 0% | 0% |
Pantego | 2.25% (+0.25%) | 0% | 0% |
Creswell | 2.25% (+0.25%) | 0% | 0% |
Plymouth | 2.25% (+0.25%) | 0% | 0% |
Roper | 2.25% (+0.25%) | 0% | 0% |
Most Recent Sales Tax Rate Update
The latest updates were implemented in January 2025.