New Jersey sales tax rules
Quick answer
New Jersey charges a 6.625% statewide sales tax with no local add-ons. What gets taxed matters as much as the rate: below is how New Jersey 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 New Jersey?
No. Groceries bought for home preparation are exempt from New Jersey state sales tax. Prepared and restaurant food is still taxable.
Is clothing taxed in New Jersey?
No. New Jersey exempts most everyday clothing and footwear from sales tax year-round, with no price cap.
Is shipping taxable in New Jersey?
Yes. Delivery charges are part of the taxable sales price in New Jersey, so you charge tax on shipping whenever the item being shipped is taxable.
Do I have to charge sales tax for online sales in New Jersey?
Only after you cross economic nexus. Once you exceed $100,000 in sales into New Jersey or 200 separate transactions over 12 months, you must register with the New Jersey Division of Taxation and charge the buyer's destination rate.
Does New Jersey have a tax-free weekend?
No. New Jersey does not run a recurring sales tax holiday. Purchases are taxed at the normal combined rate year-round, currently 6.625% across covered New Jersey metros.
New Jersey rates by city
Combined state, county, city and district rates.