Connecticut Sales Tax Calculator 2026
Connecticut's statewide sales tax rate is 6.35% in 2026. Connecticut does not allow county or city sales taxes, so the combined rate is 6.35% everywhere—Hartford, New Haven, Stamford, and all other locations. Use the calculator above for instant estimates—free, no signup.
Connecticut Sales Tax Structure (2026)
Connecticut has a 6.35% state sales tax. Counties and cities do not impose additional sales taxes, so the combined rate is 6.35% everywhere in the state.
- State rate: 6.35%
- Local add-ons: none (Connecticut does not allow local sales tax)
- Combined rate: 6.35% statewide (Hartford, New Haven, Stamford, etc.)
Sales Tax Rates for Major Connecticut Areas
Because Connecticut has no local sales tax, every area has the same 6.35% rate.
| Area | Combined rate | Calculator |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 6.35% | Hartford Sales Tax Calculator |
| New Haven | 6.35% | — |
| Stamford | 6.35% | — |
How to Find Your Exact Connecticut Sales Tax Rate
Connecticut has a flat 6.35% sales tax with no local variations. For official rules and exemptions, see the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services. For Hartford: Hartford Sales Tax Calculator, or browse Connecticut tax calculators.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:What is the Connecticut state sales tax rate in 2026?
Connecticut has a 6.35% statewide sales tax. There are no county or city sales taxes, so the combined rate is 6.35% everywhere in the state.
Q:Is Connecticut sales tax the same in every city?
Yes. Connecticut does not allow local sales taxes, so Hartford, New Haven, Stamford, and all other locations have the same 6.35% rate.
Q:Are groceries and clothing taxed in Connecticut?
Groceries and prescription drugs are exempt. Clothing and footwear under $50 per item are exempt; items $50 or more are taxable.
Q:Does Hartford have a different sales tax rate?
No. Hartford has the same 6.35% state sales tax as the rest of Connecticut. There are no local add-ons.