Wake County sales tax rate, North Carolina
Quick answer
Combined sales tax in Wake County runs 7.25% across the cities we cover, on top of North Carolina's 4.75% 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 Wake County
County share shown separately from the city and district layers.
| City | State | County | City + districts | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh | 4.75% | 2% | 0.5% | 7.25% |
Source: North Carolina Department of Revenue · rates as published for 2026