Nevada Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate the exact sales tax for any purchase in Nevada. Get instant breakdowns of state, county, and city taxes. Updated with current 2026 rates.
NV Base State Rate: 6.85% (up to 8.375% combined)
Carson
Total Amount
$107.60
$100.00 + $7.60 tax
Tax Components
Nevada Sales Tax Highlights
Nevada has a 6.85% state sales tax
Clark County (Las Vegas) has 8.375% combined rate
Groceries exempt
Nevada Sales Tax FAQ
What is Nevada's sales tax rate?
Nevada has a 6.85% state rate. In Las Vegas (Clark County), the combined rate is 8.375%.
Nevada Sales Tax Rate Structure in 2026
Nevada imposes a 6.85% state sales tax, one of the higher base rates in the western United States. County-level taxes add 0.50% to 1.525% more, bringing combined rates to between 7.35% and 8.375%. Clark County (Las Vegas) has the highest combined rate at 8.375%.
Nevada has no state income tax, making sales tax one of the state's primary revenue sources alongside gaming taxes and mining taxes.
| Area | State Rate | County Rate | Combined Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas (Clark Co.) | 6.85% | 1.525% | 8.375% |
| Reno (Washoe Co.) | 6.85% | 1.415% | 8.265% |
| Carson City | 6.85% | 0.75% | 7.60% |
| Elko | 6.85% | 0.50% | 7.35% |
Nevada does not allow city-level sales taxes — only counties can levy local additions. This simplifies compliance, as there are only 17 county rates to track.
Tax-Exempt Items and Special Rules in Nevada
Nevada exempts groceries (unprepared food for home consumption) and prescription drugs from sales tax. Clothing is fully taxable — Nevada does not offer a clothing exemption.
| Category | Taxable? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries (unprepared food) | Exempt | Food for home consumption |
| Prepared food / restaurant meals | Taxable | Full combined rate |
| Clothing | Taxable | No exemption |
| Prescription drugs | Exempt | Requires valid prescription |
| Over-the-counter medicine | Taxable | Full rate |
| Motor vehicles | Taxable | Governmental Services Tax also applies |
| Digital goods | Exempt | Nevada does not tax digital downloads |
Nevada also exempts medical devices, agricultural equipment, and goods sold to the U.S. government. There is no annual sales tax holiday in Nevada.
Filing and Compliance for Nevada Sales Tax
The Nevada Department of Taxation administers sales tax collection. Businesses must obtain a Sales Tax Permit and file returns either monthly or quarterly. Monthly filing is required when a business collects more than $10,000 per month in sales tax.
Nevada requires remote sellers to collect sales tax once they exceed $100,000 in sales or 200 transactions within Nevada in the current or prior calendar year. Marketplace facilitators must also collect on behalf of third-party sellers.
| Filing Detail | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Economic nexus threshold | $100,000 in sales or 200 transactions |
| Marketplace facilitator rule | Yes — effective October 1, 2019 |
| Filing frequency | Monthly (>$10,000/mo) or Quarterly |
| State agency | Nevada Department of Taxation |
| Late filing penalty | 10% of tax due per month, up to 25% |
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Official References
This calculator uses current sales tax rates based on official sources:
- Nevada Department of Taxation
Official Nevada tax authority
Tax rates are updated regularly but may change. Always verify current rates with local tax authorities for official transactions.