Minnesota sales tax rates
| State rate | 6.875% | The 6th highest of 51 |
|---|---|---|
| Average local rate | 1.26% | Cities, counties and districts |
| Average combined rate | 8.14% | The 15th highest of 51 |
Rates as of July 1, 2026, from the Tax Foundation. The local average is weighted by population, so your city or county can be higher or lower. Check the Minnesota revenue department for the exact rate at an address.
Sales tax on common prices in Minnesota
Tax and total at the average combined rate of 8.14%, plus the total at the 6.875% state rate alone, for places without a local tax.
| Price | Sales tax | Total | State rate only |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $0.81 | $10.81 | $10.69 |
| $20.00 | $1.63 | $21.63 | $21.38 |
| $25.00 | $2.04 | $27.04 | $26.72 |
| $50.00 | $4.07 | $54.07 | $53.44 |
| $100.00 | $8.14 | $108.14 | $106.88 |
| $200.00 | $16.28 | $216.28 | $213.75 |
| $500.00 | $40.70 | $540.70 | $534.38 |
| $1,000.00 | $81.40 | $1,081.40 | $1,068.75 |
| $2,500.00 | $203.50 | $2,703.50 | $2,671.88 |
| $5,000.00 | $407.00 | $5,407.00 | $5,343.75 |
How to work out Minnesota sales tax
Multiply the price by the rate as a decimal. At 8.14%, a $100.00 purchase has $100.00 × 0.0814 = $8.14 of tax, so you pay $108.14. To get the price before tax out of a receipt, divide by 1 plus the rate: a total of $100.00 was $92.47 before tax.
Minnesota compared with neighboring states
Average combined rates in the states that border Minnesota, with the tax on a $100.00 purchase.
| State | State rate | Combined | Tax on $100 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 5.00% | 5.72% | $5.72 |
| South Dakota | 4.20% | 6.11% | $6.11 |
| Iowa | 6.00% | 6.94% | $6.94 |
| North Dakota | 5.00% | 7.09% | $7.09 |
| Minnesota | 6.875% | 8.14% | $8.14 |
Selling abroad or buying from Europe? Other countries charge value-added tax instead, which the VAT calculator handles. For a restaurant bill, the tip and split calculator works out the tip and each share.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Minnesota?
The state rate is 6.875%. Local taxes add 1.26% on average, for an average combined rate of 8.14%. Your exact rate depends on the city, county and district where you buy.
How much is the sales tax on $100.00 in Minnesota?
At the average combined rate of 8.14%, the tax on $100.00 is $8.14, for a total of $108.14. At the 6.875% state rate alone it would be $6.88.
How does Minnesota compare with its neighbors?
Average combined rates in the neighboring states: Wisconsin 5.72%, South Dakota 6.11%, Iowa 6.94%, North Dakota 7.09%. Minnesota averages 8.14%.