Santa Clara County, California sales tax rate

Santa Clara County Tax jurisdiction breakdown for 2023

What does this sales tax rate breakdown mean?

Sales tax rates are determined by exact street address. The jurisdiction-specific rates shown add up to your minimum combined sales tax rate. The total rate for your specific address could be more.

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What is the sales tax rate in Santa Clara County?

The minimum combined 2023 sales tax rate for Santa Clara County, California is . This is the total of state and county sales tax rates. The California state sales tax rate is currently %. The Santa Clara County sales tax rate is %.

The 2018 United States Supreme Court decision in South Dakota v. Wayfair, Inc. has impacted many state nexus laws and sales tax collection requirements. To review the rules in California, visit our state-by-state guide.

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NOTE: The outbreak of COVID-19 (caused by the coronavirus) may have impacted sales tax filing due dates in Santa Clara County. Please consult your local tax authority for specific details. For more information, visit our ongoing coverage of the virus and its impact on sales tax compliance.

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