Oakland, CA variant. This is a Oakland, 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.
Oakland charges a combined sales tax of 10.25%, blending the CA state rate with local add-ons.
Oakland sales tax at the register
The 10.25% rate applies to most tangible goods in Oakland. Groceries and prescriptions are often exempt or reduced.
Enter your purchase amount and the 10.25% rate in the calculator above for an exact total.
About Oakland, CA
Oakland is subject to California's state income and sales taxes.
Oakland has very expensive housing as part of the San Francisco Bay Area market.
Oakland is a major Bay Area economic center with a busy port, and its cost of living is among the highest in the nation.
Worked example: $1,000 purchase
$1,000 × 10.25% = $103 tax, total $1,103. A $50 purchase adds $5.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $870,000
- Median rent: $2,900/mo
- Median household income: $92,237
- Local sales tax: 10.25%
- Effective property tax rate: 0.69%
- Cost of living index: 154 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax in Oakland?
The combined rate is 10.25%.
Are groceries taxed in Oakland?
Often reduced or exempt - check local rules and apply the right rate in the calculator.