Sales Tax by State

Delaware Sales Tax Calculator

Delaware is one of five U.S. states with no statewide sales tax — and no local sales tax either. A $100 purchase in Delaware is exactly $100 at the register. No sales tax at any level. State funds itself via corporate franchise taxes.

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StateOverride with a specific city or county local rate

Delaware has no statewide sales tax. No sales tax at any level. State funds itself via corporate franchise taxes.

Total with tax

$100.00

Combined rate 0.000%

Purchase amount$100.00

State tax (0.000%)$0.00

Local tax (0.000%)$0.00

Total tax$0.00

Delaware notes: No sales tax at any level. State funds itself via corporate franchise taxes. Statewide average combined rate: 0.00%. Max local rate: 0.00%. Groceries: exempt from state tax.

How Delaware sales tax works

Unlike most states, Delaware levies no sales tax at any level of government. Retail purchases, restaurant meals, online orders shipped to a Delaware address — none of them carry a state or local sales tax. The state funds itself through other mechanisms: corporate franchise fees, gross receipts tax on businesses, and a state income tax.

Frequently asked questions

What is Delaware's sales tax rate?

Delaware has no statewide sales tax. There is no sales tax at any level of government in the state.

Does Delaware tax groceries?

Delaware has no general sales tax, so groceries are not taxed.

Is clothing taxed in Delaware?

Most clothing is exempt from Delaware sales tax.

Do I have to pay use tax on purchases brought into Delaware?

Delaware has no general sales tax and no comparable use tax for individual consumers on most goods. Businesses may have separate compensating-tax obligations in some industries.

What is Delaware's state income tax rate?

Delaware's top marginal state income tax rate is 6.60%. For details on self-employment tax including state-by-state combined rates, see our Self-Employment Tax Calculator.

Where do I look up the exact rate for my address in Delaware?

Check with the city or borough revenue office where you're making the purchase.

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Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, accounting, or legal advice. Tax rates, regulations, and economic data change frequently. Consult a qualified accountant or tax professional for advice specific to your situation.