California note · Money and taxes
Check California's 7.25 percent base rate by address and date
California's statewide sales and use tax rate is 7.25 percent, with district taxes that depend on the location, transaction date, and sourcing rule.
Start with California’s 7.25 percent statewide sales and use tax rate, then check for city, county, and other district taxes. More than one district tax can apply at the same location.
Use CDTFA’s exact-address lookup and choose the transaction date. A ZIP code or mailing city can cross a tax boundary, and a saved rate is only a dated snapshot.
The lookup shows the rate at an address; it does not decide which address legally controls every transaction. Deliveries, leases, out-of-state sales, and sales involving more than one place have sourcing rules, while vehicle district tax can follow the registration address. Use CDTFA’s transaction guidance or ask CDTFA when the location is not obvious.
Where to see it
Use CDTFA's rate page and address lookup when a receipt, estimate, sale, or business question depends on the local rate.
Official sources
Official source trail
Reviewed July 14, 2026
California Porch explains the path. The official source is still the place to confirm the current rule, fee, form, map, deadline, or office decision.
Use the official page before you spend money, file paperwork, rely on a deadline, or change a property.
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