Omaha, NE variant. This is a Omaha, NE-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.
Omaha charges a combined sales tax of 7%, blending the NE state rate with local add-ons.
Omaha sales tax at the register
The 7% rate applies to most tangible goods in Omaha. Groceries and prescriptions are often exempt or reduced.
Enter your purchase amount and the 7% rate in the calculator above for an exact total.
About Omaha, NE
Omaha applies Nebraska state income and sales taxes, with a moderate overall burden.
Omaha offers affordable home prices relative to most large US cities.
Omaha is a center for insurance and finance and is home to several major corporations, with a cost of living below the national average.
Worked example: $1,000 purchase
$1,000 × 7% = $70 tax, total $1,070. A $50 purchase adds $4.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $270,000
- Median rent: $1,300/mo
- Median household income: $71,373
- Local sales tax: 7%
- Effective property tax rate: 1.92%
- Cost of living index: 88 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax in Omaha?
The combined rate is 7%.
Are groceries taxed in Omaha?
Often reduced or exempt - check local rules and apply the right rate in the calculator.