Tennessee Sales Tax Calculator
Add or remove Tennessee sales tax from a price, using the state rate plus the average local rate.
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About the Tennessee Sales Tax Calculator
This Tennessee sales tax calculator adds sales tax to a price or removes it from a total. It starts with the average combined Tennessee rate of 9.61% (state rate 7.00% plus average local rate). Change the rate to match your city or county.
How to use it
- Enter a price or a total.
- Keep the average combined rate or type your local rate.
- Choose add or remove sales tax and press Calculate sales tax.
Tennessee sales tax rate in 2026
The Tennessee state sales tax rate is 7.00%. Local governments add an average of 2.61%, for an average combined rate of 9.61%. Your exact rate depends on your city and county, so check the Tennessee department of revenue for your address.
Source: Tax Foundation, 2026 state and local sales tax rates (as of July 1, 2026).
Tennessee sales tax examples at 9.61%
| Price | Sales tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.96 | $10.96 |
| $25 | $2.40 | $27.40 |
| $50 | $4.80 | $54.81 |
| $100 | $9.61 | $109.61 |
| $250 | $24.02 | $274.03 |
| $500 | $48.05 | $548.05 |
| $1,000 | $96.10 | $1,096.10 |
How to calculate sales tax
Sales tax = price × rate. To remove tax from a total, divide the total by (1 + rate). For example, $108 at 8% includes $8 of tax on a $100 price.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax in Tennessee?
The Tennessee state rate is 7.00%. With average local taxes the combined rate is about 9.61%. Your actual rate depends on your location.
Does Tennessee have local sales tax?
Yes, local governments can add taxes. The average local rate is about 2.61%.
How do I calculate sales tax in Tennessee?
Multiply the price by the sales tax rate, then add it to the price. The calculator above does it for you.
What is $100 with sales tax in Tennessee?
At the average combined rate of 9.61%, $100 costs $109.61.
Where can I find my exact Tennessee rate?
Use the Tennessee department of revenue rate lookup tool for your address.
Last reviewed: November 2026. Rates are averages. Confirm your local rate with the state department of revenue.