Santa Clara County sales tax rate, California
Quick answer
Combined sales tax in Santa Clara County runs 9.375% across the cities we cover, on top of California's 7.25% state rate. The county share is a separate line from any city or special-district increment, which is why two addresses in the same county can pay different totals.
Cities in Santa Clara County
County share shown separately from the city and district layers.
| City | State | County | City + districts | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose | 7.25% | 0% | 2.125% | 9.375% |
Source: California Department of Tax and Fee Administration · rates as published for 2026