Ohio Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate Ohio state and local sales tax rates. Ohio has a 5.75% state sales tax with additional county and city taxes that can bring the total rate up to 8.5% or higher.
Tax Summary
Pre-Tax Amount:
$0.00
State Tax (5.75%):
$0.00
Local Tax:
$0.00
Total Tax:
$0.00
Total Amount:
$0.00
Tax Breakdown
State Rate:
5.75%
County Rate:
0%
City Rate:
0%
Combined Rate:
5.75%
Ohio Tax Information
State:
Ohio
State Rate:
5.75%
Max Combined:
8.5%+
Understanding Ohio Sales Tax
Ohio has a statewide sales tax rate of 5.75%, but the actual tax rate you pay depends on your location. Counties and cities can add additional taxes, making the combined rate vary significantly across the state.
Ohio Sales Tax Rates
| Location | State Rate | Local Rate | Combined Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Statewide | 5.75% | 0% | 5.75% |
| Columbus Area | 5.75% | 1.5-2.25% | 7.25-8.0% |
| Cleveland Area | 5.75% | 1.75-2.25% | 7.5-8.0% |
| Cincinnati | 5.75% | 2.1% | 7.85% |
Taxable vs. Exempt Items
Taxable Items
- Clothing and footwear
- Electronics and appliances
- Furniture and home goods
- Automobiles and vehicles
- Restaurant meals
- Personal services
Exempt or Reduced Rate Items
- Groceries (food for home consumption)
- Prescription drugs
- Clothing under $75
- Textbooks for students
- Agricultural equipment
- Manufacturing machinery
Local Tax Variations
| County | County Rate | Major Cities | Combined Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin | 1.5% | Columbus (2.25%) | 8.0% |
| Cuyahoga | 1.75% | Cleveland (2.25%) | 8.0% |
| Hamilton | 2.1% | Cincinnati | 7.85% |
| Summit | 1.25% | Akron (2.0%) | 7.75% |
School District Taxes
Additional School Taxes
- School districts can add up to 1.0%
- Funds local education
- Varies by school district
- Approved by local voters
Joint Economic Development
- Additional 0.25-0.5% in some areas
- Supports economic development
- Located in specific zones
- Temporary tax measures
Sales Tax Holidays
| Holiday | Dates | Items |
|---|---|---|
| Back-to-School | First weekend in August | Clothing, school supplies |
| Energy Star | October 1-31 | Energy-efficient appliances |
| Christmas Trees | December 1-31 | Live Christmas trees |
Business Sales Tax
Registration Requirements
- Register with Ohio Tax Commissioner
- Obtain sales tax license
- Collect tax on taxable sales
- File monthly or quarterly returns
Filing Frequencies
- Monthly: Over $150,000 in sales
- Quarterly: $30,000-$150,000
- Annually: Under $30,000
- Due by 31st of following period
Key Takeaways
- Ohio state sales tax is 5.75%
- Local taxes can add 1.5-2.75% or more
- Combined rates range from 5.75% to 8.5%+
- Groceries are exempt from sales tax
- Clothing under $75 is exempt
- Prescription drugs are exempt
- Several sales tax holidays throughout the year
- Businesses must register and collect sales tax
- Tax rates vary by county and city
- School districts can add additional taxes