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Nevada Sales Tax
State + average local combined rate, category exemptions, and how it compares to neighbors.
State rate
6.85%
Average combined (state + local)
8.23%
Category exemptions
| Category | Rule | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | Exempt | Unprepared food at grocery stores. |
| Clothing | Taxed (full rate) | Everyday apparel and footwear. |
| Prescription drugs | Exempt | Prescribed medications dispensed by a licensed pharmacist. |
Example: $100 purchase
- State sales tax only: $6.85
- Combined (state + average local): $8.23
- Total with combined tax: $108.23
Major cities in Nevada
| City | Combined rate | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | 8.38% | +0.15% |
| Henderson | 8.38% | +0.15% |
| Reno | 8.27% | +0.04% |
| North Las Vegas | 8.38% | +0.15% |
| Sparks | 8.27% | +0.04% |
Border shopping — vs neighboring states
For larger purchases, driving to a neighbor with lower combined rate can save real money.
| State | State rate | Avg combined | vs NV | Save on $1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nevada (current) | 6.85% | 8.23% | — | — |
| Oregon | 0.00% | 0.00% | -8.23% | $82.30 |
| Idaho | 6.00% | 6.03% | -2.20% | $22.00 |
| Utah | 4.85% | 7.44% | -0.79% | $7.90 |
| Arizona | 5.60% | 8.43% | +0.20% | — |
| California | 7.25% | 8.82% | +0.59% | — |
Common questions
- What is the sales tax rate in Nevada?
- Nevada levies a 6.85% state sales tax. With local taxes added, the statewide average combined rate is 8.23%. Actual rate at the register depends on your city and county.
- Does Nevada tax groceries?
- Groceries are exempt from state sales tax in Nevada. Hot or prepared food typically remains taxable.
- Does Nevada have a sales tax holiday?
- Nevada does not run an annual sales tax holiday. For tax-free shopping, consider neighboring states with holidays, or use online retailers based in no-sales-tax states (OR, MT, NH, DE) — though use tax may still apply on out-of-state purchases.
- Who collects sales tax in Nevada?
- The Nevada Department of Revenue collects state-level sales tax; counties and cities add local rates that are remitted through the same return. Out-of-state sellers shipping to Nevada must collect if they exceed economic nexus thresholds (typically $100k in sales or 200 transactions).
Full data sources and formulas: /sources.
Estimate only — not tax advice. Local rates vary by city and county — your actual rate at the register may differ from the state average. Category-specific exemptions (groceries, prescription drugs, clothing) and tax holidays change by year; check the Nevada DOR for current rules. All states →
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