How do I calculate North Carolina sales tax on a price?

Multiply the pre-tax price by 0.0475 (4.75/100). For example, a $100 item has $4.75 in state sales tax, giving a total of $104.75 before any local taxes.

How do I remove North Carolina sales tax from a total?

Divide the total price by 1.0475. Select "Remove Sales Tax" mode — the calculator will automatically extract the 4.75% state tax from the entered total.

Is my data sent anywhere when I use this calculator?

No. All calculations run entirely in your browser using JavaScript. No amounts, inputs or personal data are ever transmitted to any server.

North Carolina Sales Tax Calculator 2025 — 4.75% State Rate

Q: What is the North Carolina sales tax rate in 2025?

The North Carolina statewide base sales tax rate is 4.75% as of 2025. North Carolina's state rate is 4.75%. Counties add 2-2.25%, bringing combined rates to 6.75-7%. Groceries are taxed at a reduced 2% state rate.

North Carolina Sales Tax Calculator 2025

North Carolina charges a statewide base Sales Tax rate of 4.75% as of 2025.

Enter an amount below to add sales tax to a pre-tax price or remove it from a tax-inclusive total. The rate field defaults to the North Carolina state base rate and can be adjusted to reflect your local combined rate. All calculations run entirely in your browser — no amounts or personal data are transmitted.

Important: North Carolina’s state rate is 4.75%. Counties add 2-2.25%, bringing combined rates to 6.75-7%. Groceries are taxed at a reduced 2% state rate.