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Boise Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Boise sales tax is 6% (state only). Instant estimate—free, no signup.

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Enter purchase details to calculate sales tax.

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Sales tax breakdown for Boise, Idaho.

Effective Tax Rate: 6.000%

This category is taxable under the configured rules.

Purchase Price$100.00
Sales Tax$6.00
Total Price$106.00

Rate Breakdown

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

  1. Enter the purchase price and category (general, groceries, etc.).
  2. The calculator applies Boise's 6% rate (state only).
  3. Tax amount and total price update instantly.
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Calculation Methodology

We calculate using Boise's 6% combined rate (state only):

  • Total Rate: 6%
  • Tax Amount: Price × 0.06
  • Total Price: Price + Tax

Boise, Idaho Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Boise's combined sales tax rate in 2026 is 6%: Idaho state rate only; Boise has no city local option tax. Use the calculator above for an instant tax and total on any purchase—free, no signup.

What is the Sales Tax Rate in Boise, Idaho?

In 2026, the combined sales tax rate in Boise (Ada County) is 6% (state only):

  • Idaho state sales tax: 6%
  • Boise city local option: 0%
  • Total combined rate: 6%

Check the Idaho State Tax Commission for your specific location.

Exemptions and Official Sources

  • Groceries and prescription drugs: exempt from Idaho sales tax.

For official rules and rate lookup, see the Idaho State Tax Commission. More tools: Idaho Sales Tax Calculator, Idaho tax calculators.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:What is the sales tax rate in Boise, Idaho?

Boise's combined sales tax rate in 2026 is 6% (Idaho state only; no city local option in Boise).

Q:Are groceries taxed in Boise?

Groceries and prescription drugs are exempt from Idaho sales tax.