Raleigh, NC variant. This is a Raleigh, NC-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.
Raleigh charges a combined sales tax of 7.25%, blending the NC state rate with local add-ons.
Raleigh sales tax at the register
The 7.25% rate applies to most tangible goods in Raleigh. Groceries and prescriptions are often exempt or reduced.
Enter your purchase amount and the 7.25% rate in the calculator above for an exact total.
About Raleigh, NC
Raleigh applies North Carolina's flat state income tax along with state and local sales taxes.
Raleigh's home prices sit above the national average amid steady population and job growth.
Raleigh anchors the Research Triangle and has a robust technology and research sector, with a cost of living above the national average.
Worked example: $1,000 purchase
$1,000 × 7.25% = $73 tax, total $1,073. A $50 purchase adds $4.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $425,000
- Median rent: $1,700/mo
- Median household income: $79,964
- Local sales tax: 7.25%
- Effective property tax rate: 0.86%
- Cost of living index: 105 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax in Raleigh?
The combined rate is 7.25%.
Are groceries taxed in Raleigh?
Often reduced or exempt - check local rules and apply the right rate in the calculator.