Ohio Sales Tax Calculator
Instantly calculate state and local county sales taxes for Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and more.
How Ohio Sales Tax Works
The State of Ohio levies a base sales and use tax rate of 5.75%.
Unlike many states where cities heavily dictate the tax rate, Ohio's local sales tax is primarily determined at the county level. Counties and regional transit authorities can levy additional taxes up to 2.25%, making the maximum total sales tax rate in Ohio 8.00% (currently only Cuyahoga County hits this max).
Using the OH Tax Calculator
- Select your city/county: Use the dropdown to apply the correct local county tax rate.
- Enter the item price: Type in the sticker price of the item you want to purchase.
- Instant calculation: The calculator will immediately show you the tax amount and the final total price you will pay at the register.
Note: If you live near a county line, ensure you know which county the store is physically located in to get the exact rate.
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Ohio Sales Tax Breakdown
In Ohio, the combined sales tax you see on your receipt is a mixture of state and county entities collecting revenue:
- 5.75%: State of Ohio Sales Tax
- 0.00% to 2.25%: County and Regional Transit Authority (COTA, GCRTA, etc.) Taxes
For example, in Columbus (Franklin County), you pay the 5.75% state tax, a 1.25% county tax, and a 0.50% transit authority tax, resulting in a total rate of 7.50%.
Major Ohio City/County Tax Rates
Here is a quick reference table showing the combined sales tax rate for major regions across Ohio:
| Major City | County | Total Tax Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | Cuyahoga | 8.00% |
| Cincinnati | Hamilton | 7.80% |
| Toledo | Lucas | 7.75% |
| Columbus | Franklin | 7.50% |
| Dayton | Montgomery | 7.50% |
| Youngstown | Mahoning | 7.25% |
| Newark | Licking | 7.25% |
| Akron | Summit | 6.75% |
| Canton | Stark | 6.50% |
| Lorain | Lorain | 6.50% |