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Charlotte Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Instantly estimate sales tax in Charlotte, NC using the 7.25% combined rate (state + Mecklenburg + transit).

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Enter purchase details to calculate sales tax.

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Sales tax breakdown for Charlotte, North Carolina.

Effective Tax Rate: 7.250%

This category is taxable under the configured rules.

Purchase Price$100.00
Sales Tax$7.25
Total Price$107.25

Rate Breakdown

State4.750%
County2.000%
City0.000%
Special District0.500%
Base combined7.250%
Total7.250%
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How This Calculator Works

  1. Enter the purchase price and category (general, groceries, etc.).
  2. The calculator applies Charlotte's 7.25% combined rate (state + Mecklenburg + transit).
  3. Tax amount and total price update instantly.
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Calculation Methodology

We calculate sales tax using:

  • Total Rate: State + Mecklenburg County + Transit (7.25%)
  • Tax Amount: Price × (Total Rate / 100)
  • Total Price: Price + Tax

Charlotte, North Carolina Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Charlotte's combined sales tax rate in 2026 is 7.25%: 4.75% North Carolina state plus Mecklenburg County and transit district rates. Use the calculator above for an instant tax and total on any purchase.

What is the Sales Tax Rate in Charlotte, North Carolina?

In 2026, the combined sales tax rate in Charlotte (Mecklenburg County) is 7.25%:

  • North Carolina state sales tax: 4.75%
  • Mecklenburg County: 2%
  • Transit tax (CATS): 0.5%
  • Total combined rate: 7.25%

Is Charlotte Sales Tax High?

Charlotte's 7.25% combined rate is moderate compared to many cities. Chicago and Seattle exceed 10%, NYC is 8.875%, Houston 8.25%. North Carolina exempts most groceries from sales tax.

Exemptions and Special Rules in North Carolina

  • Groceries: most unprepared food for home consumption is exempt.
  • Prescription drugs: generally tax-exempt.
  • Digital goods: may be taxable depending on North Carolina law.

For official rules, see the North Carolina Department of Revenue Sales and Use Tax. More tools: North Carolina Sales Tax Calculator, North Carolina tax calculators.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Charlotte's combined sales tax rate in 2026 is 7.25%: 4.75% North Carolina state plus Mecklenburg County and transit (CATS) rates.

Q:What is the sales tax on a car in Charlotte?

Motor vehicle sales in North Carolina are generally subject to the same combined rate (7.25% in Charlotte) plus any applicable fees. Check NC DOR and DMV for current rules.

Q:Are groceries taxed in Charlotte?

Most unprepared food for home consumption is exempt from North Carolina sales tax. Prepared food and candy may be taxable.