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North Dakota Sales Tax Calculator 2026

North Dakota sales tax is 5% state + local (Fargo ~7.75%). Use the calculator for instant estimates—free, no signup.

Inputs

Enter purchase details to calculate sales tax.

Override local rates (optional)

Use this on state pages when you only know the base state rate. City pages should use the prefilled local breakdown.

Results

Sales tax breakdown for North Dakota.

Effective Tax Rate: 5.000%

This category is taxable under the configured rules.

Purchase Price$100.00
Sales Tax$5.00
Total Price$105.00

Rate Breakdown

State5.000%
County0.000%
City0.000%
Special District0.000%
Base combined5.000%
Total5.000%
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How This Calculator Works

  1. Enter the purchase price and category (general, groceries, etc.).
  2. Optionally adjust county and city rates if you know your local breakdown.
  3. Tax = Price × (Total Rate / 100); total = Price + Tax.
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Calculation Methodology

We calculate sales tax using the combined rate:

  • Total Rate: State (5%) + County + City
  • Tax Amount: Price × (Total Rate / 100)
  • Total Price: Price + Tax

North Dakota Sales Tax Calculator 2026

North Dakota's statewide sales tax rate is 5% in 2026. Cities and counties may add local sales tax (e.g., Fargo ~7.75%). Use the calculator above for instant estimates or our city pages for exact combined rates—free, no signup.

North Dakota Sales Tax Structure (2026)

North Dakota has a 5% state sales tax. Cities and counties may impose additional local sales tax, so combined rates vary (e.g., Fargo ~7.75%).

  • State rate: 5%
  • County/city add-ons: vary by location (Fargo city + county ~2.75%)
  • Typical combined rate: 5% to ~8% (Fargo ~7.75%)

Sales Tax Rates for Major North Dakota Areas

Use city pages for the most accurate combined rate.

AreaExample combined rateCalculator
Fargo~7.75%Fargo Sales Tax Calculator
Bismarck~7.5%
Grand Forks~7.5%

How to Find Your Exact North Dakota Sales Tax Rate

Combined rates vary by location. Use the calculator above with your known local rates, or look up your rate on the North Dakota Tax Department Local Taxes. For Fargo: Fargo Sales Tax Calculator, or browse North Dakota tax calculators.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:What is the North Dakota state sales tax rate in 2026?

North Dakota has a 5% statewide sales tax. Cities and counties add local tax; Fargo's combined rate is about 7.75%.

Q:Is North Dakota sales tax the same in every city?

No. The state rate is 5% everywhere, but cities and counties impose additional local sales tax, so combined rates vary.

Q:Are groceries taxed in North Dakota?

Groceries (food for home consumption) and prescription drugs are exempt from North Dakota sales tax.

Q:What is the sales tax rate in Fargo, North Dakota?

Fargo's combined sales tax rate in 2026 is about 7.75%: 5% state plus city and county local tax.