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Nashville Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Instantly estimate sales tax in Nashville, TN using the 9.25% combined rate (state + Davidson County + Metro Nashville).

Inputs

Enter purchase details to calculate sales tax.

Results

Sales tax breakdown for Nashville, Tennessee.

Effective Tax Rate: 9.250%

This category is taxable under the configured rules.

Purchase Price$100.00
Sales Tax$9.25
Total Price$109.25

Rate Breakdown

State7.000%
County1.500%
City0.750%
Special District0.000%
Base combined9.250%
Total9.250%
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How This Calculator Works

  1. Enter the purchase price and category (general, groceries, etc.).
  2. The calculator applies Nashville's 9.25% combined rate (state + Davidson County + Metro Nashville).
  3. Tax amount and total price update instantly.
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Calculation Methodology

We calculate sales tax using:

  • Total Rate: State + Davidson County + Metro Nashville (9.25%)
  • Tax Amount: Price × (Total Rate / 100)
  • Total Price: Price + Tax

Nashville, Tennessee Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Nashville's combined sales tax rate in 2026 is 9.25%: 7% Tennessee state plus Davidson County and Metro Nashville local rates. Use the calculator above for an instant tax and total on any purchase.

What is the Sales Tax Rate in Nashville, Tennessee?

In 2026, the combined sales tax rate in Nashville (Davidson County / Metro Nashville) is 9.25%:

  • Tennessee state sales tax: 7%
  • Davidson County / Metro Nashville: 2.25%
  • Total combined rate: 9.25%

Is Nashville Sales Tax High?

Nashville's 9.25% combined rate is high compared to many cities. Only Chicago and Seattle exceed 10%, NYC is 8.875%, Houston 8.25%, Miami 7%. Tennessee has no state income tax and exempts most groceries from sales tax.

Exemptions and Special Rules in Tennessee

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:What is the sales tax rate in Nashville, Tennessee?

Nashville's combined sales tax rate in 2026 is 9.25%: 7% Tennessee state plus Davidson County and Metro Nashville local rates.

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

Motor vehicle sales in Tennessee are generally subject to the same combined rate (9.25% in Nashville) plus any applicable fees. Check Tennessee DOR and DMV for current rules.

Q:Are groceries taxed in Nashville?

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