Essex County sales tax rate, New Jersey
Quick answer
Combined sales tax in Essex County runs 6.625% across the cities we cover, on top of New Jersey's 6.625% 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 Essex County
County share shown separately from the city and district layers.
| City | State | County | City + districts | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark | 6.625% | 0% | 0% | 6.625% |
Source: New Jersey Division of Taxation · rates as published for 2026