Indiana sales tax rules
Quick answer
Indiana charges a 7% statewide sales tax with no local add-ons. What gets taxed matters as much as the rate: below is how Indiana treats each category that commonly changes a receipt total.
Direct answers
Each answer has its own page with the full rule and exceptions.
Is there sales tax on groceries in Indiana?
No. Groceries bought for home preparation are exempt from Indiana state sales tax. Prepared and restaurant food is still taxable.
Is clothing taxed in Indiana?
Yes. Clothing is fully taxable in Indiana at the combined state and local rate.
Is shipping taxable in Indiana?
Yes. Delivery charges are part of the taxable sales price in Indiana, so you charge tax on shipping whenever the item being shipped is taxable.
Do I have to charge sales tax for online sales in Indiana?
Only after you cross economic nexus. Once you exceed $100,000 in sales into Indiana over 12 months, you must register with the Indiana Department of Revenue and charge the buyer's destination rate.
Does Indiana have a tax-free weekend?
No. Indiana does not run a recurring sales tax holiday. Purchases are taxed at the normal combined rate year-round, currently 7% across covered Indiana metros.
Indiana rates by city
Combined state, county, city and district rates.