Fresno, CA variant. This is a Fresno, CA-specific version of the Sales Tax Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Sales Tax Calculator.
Fresno charges a combined sales tax of 8.35%, blending the CA state rate with local add-ons.
Fresno sales tax at the register
The 8.35% rate applies to most tangible goods in Fresno. Groceries and prescriptions are often exempt or reduced.
Enter your purchase amount and the 8.35% rate in the calculator above for an exact total.
About Fresno, CA
Fresno is subject to California's state income and sales taxes, which are among the higher tax structures in the country.
Fresno's home prices are more affordable than coastal California cities, though still above the national average.
Fresno sits at the heart of California's Central Valley agriculture, with a cost of living above the national average.
Worked example: $1,000 purchase
$1,000 × 8.35% = $84 tax, total $1,084. A $50 purchase adds $4.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $405,000
- Median rent: $1,700/mo
- Median household income: $64,207
- Local sales tax: 8.35%
- Effective property tax rate: 0.79%
- Cost of living index: 109 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax in Fresno?
The combined rate is 8.35%.
Are groceries taxed in Fresno?
Often reduced or exempt - check local rules and apply the right rate in the calculator.