What is the sales tax rate in Oklahoma?

Oklahoma levies a 4.50% state sales tax. With local taxes added, the statewide average combined rate is 9.01%. Actual rate at the register depends on your city and county.

Does Oklahoma tax groceries?

Groceries are exempt from state sales tax in Oklahoma. Exempt from state (eff. Aug 2024); local tax may apply

Does Oklahoma have a sales tax holiday?

Yes. Oklahoma runs Sales Tax Holiday first weekend of august. Eligible items: clothing/footwear under $100.

Who collects sales tax in Oklahoma?

The Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma must collect if they exceed economic nexus thresholds (typically $100k in sales or 200 transactions).

Estimate only - not tax advice. Methodology and sources.

Oklahoma Sales Tax

State + average local combined rate, category exemptions, and how it compares to neighbors.

State rate

4.50%

Average combined (state + local)

9.01%

Oklahoma vs neighboring states

7.62%

7.82%

8.20%

8.38%

8.69%

9.01%

9.45%

OK highlighted · average combined state + local rate

Category exemptions

Category	Rule	Detail
Groceries	Exempt	Exempt from state (eff. Aug 2024); local tax may apply
Clothing	Taxed (full rate)	Everyday apparel and footwear.
Prescription drugs	Exempt	Prescribed medications dispensed by a licensed pharmacist.

Oklahoma sales tax holiday

Sales Tax Holiday

When: First weekend of August

Items: Clothing/footwear under $100

Example: $100 purchase

State sales tax only: $4.50
Combined (state + average local): $9.01
Total with combined tax: $109.01

Major cities in Oklahoma

City	Combined rate	vs state avg
Oklahoma City	8.63%	-0.39%
Tulsa	8.52%	-0.49%
Norman	8.75%	-0.26%
Broken Arrow	8.92%	-0.09%
Lawton	9.00%	-0.01%

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 OK	Save on $1,000
Oklahoma (current)	4.50%	9.01%	-	-
New Mexico	4.88%	7.62%	-1.39%	$13.90
Colorado	2.90%	7.82%	-1.19%	$11.90
Texas	6.25%	8.20%	-0.81%	$8.10
Missouri	4.23%	8.38%	-0.63%	$6.30
Kansas	6.50%	8.69%	-0.32%	$3.20
Arkansas	6.50%	9.45%	+0.44%	-

Common questions

What is the sales tax rate in Oklahoma?: Oklahoma levies a 4.50% state sales tax. With local taxes added, the statewide average combined rate is 9.01%. Actual rate at the register depends on your city and county.
Does Oklahoma tax groceries?: Groceries are exempt from state sales tax in Oklahoma. Exempt from state (eff. Aug 2024); local tax may apply
Does Oklahoma have a sales tax holiday?: Yes. Oklahoma runs Sales Tax Holiday first weekend of august. Eligible items: clothing/footwear under $100.
Who collects sales tax in Oklahoma?: The Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma DOR for current rules. All states →

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Last reviewed: 2026-10-08 · Reviewed by kgenots, Editor · editorial policy