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Hartford Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Hartford sales tax is 6.35% (Connecticut state rate—no local add-ons). Instant estimate—free, no signup.

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Enter purchase details to calculate sales tax.

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Sales tax breakdown for Hartford, Connecticut.

Effective Tax Rate: 6.350%

This category is taxable under the configured rules.

Purchase Price$100.00
Sales Tax$6.35
Total Price$106.35

Rate Breakdown

State6.350%
County0.000%
City0.000%
Special District0.000%
Base combined6.350%
Total6.350%
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How This Calculator Works

  1. Enter the purchase price and category (general, groceries, etc.).
  2. The calculator applies Connecticut's 6.35% state rate (no local add-ons in Hartford).
  3. Tax amount and total price update instantly.
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Calculation Methodology

We calculate sales tax using Connecticut's 6.35% state rate:

  • Total Rate: 6.35% (no local add-ons in Hartford)
  • Tax Amount: Price × 0.0635
  • Total Price: Price + Tax

Hartford, Connecticut Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Hartford has the same 6.35% sales tax as the rest of Connecticut—Connecticut does not allow local sales taxes, so the combined rate is 6.35% statewide. Use the calculator above for an instant tax and total on any purchase—free, no signup.

What is the Sales Tax Rate in Hartford, Connecticut?

In 2026, the sales tax rate in Hartford is 6.35%—the same as the Connecticut state rate. Connecticut does not allow counties or cities to add local sales taxes, so Hartford has no additional rate.

  • Connecticut state sales tax: 6.35%
  • Local add-ons: none
  • Total combined rate: 6.35%

Exemptions and Official Sources

  • Groceries and prescription drugs: exempt.
  • Clothing and footwear under $50 per item: exempt; $50 or more taxable.

For official rules, see the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services. More tools: Connecticut Sales Tax Calculator, Connecticut tax calculators.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:What is the sales tax rate in Hartford, Connecticut?

Hartford has a 6.35% sales tax—the same as the Connecticut state rate. Connecticut does not allow local sales taxes, so there are no add-ons in Hartford.

Q:Are groceries and clothing taxed in Hartford?

Groceries and prescription drugs are exempt. Clothing and footwear under $50 per item are exempt; items $50 or more are taxable.