What is the sales tax rate in London, Kentucky?

The combined sales tax rate in London, Kentucky is 6.000% as of 2026. This includes the Kentucky state rate of 6.000% plus local jurisdiction taxes.

How is the London sales tax calculated?

Multiply your purchase amount by 6.000% (or 0.00600) to get the tax owed. For example, a $100 purchase incurs $6.00 in sales tax.

What is the Kentucky state sales tax rate?

The base Kentucky state sales tax rate is 6.000%. Local jurisdictions may add additional taxes on top of this rate.

Does London have a county sales tax?

London does not levy an additional county-level sales tax beyond the state base rate.

When was the London sales tax rate last updated?

The London sales tax rate was last verified on March 27, 2026. We cross-reference all rates against the official State Department of Revenue data.

Live Data: April 2026

London, KY Sales Tax Rate 2026

The combined sales tax rate in London, Kentucky is 6.000%.

Combined Rate 6.000%

State6.000%

London Sales Tax Breakdown

Jurisdiction	Rate
Kentucky State Sales Tax	6.000%
Total Combined Rate	6.000%

Which County Is London In?

London falls within Laurel, Kentucky. Laurel imposes a 0.000% county-level sales tax in addition to the Kentucky state base rate.

London ZIP Codes

The following ZIP codes are mapped to London for sales tax purposes. All listed codes apply the 6.000% combined rate.

40741 40744

Nearby Tax Rates

Corbin 12.9 mi

6.000%

Combined Rate

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Business Nexus in Kentucky

Economic Nexus Threshold

Selling into Kentucky from out of state? Once you exceed $100,000 in annual sales or 200 transactions, you must register and collect Kentucky sales tax.

FAQ: London Sales Tax

The combined sales tax rate in London, Kentucky is 6.000% as of 2026.

Multiply your purchase price by 6.000% to find the tax owed. A $500 purchase would include $30.00 in sales tax.

Groceries are generally taxable in Kentucky. Check the official Department of Revenue for specific exemptions.

Vehicle purchases in London are subject to the 6.000% combined rate, though some states apply different rules for vehicle sales. Verify with the Kentucky Department of Revenue or DMV.

Register for a sales tax permit through the official Kentucky Department of Revenue website. Registration is typically free and required before collecting any sales tax.

Sales Tax Calculator

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Official Tax Authority

Kentucky Department of Revenue

Filing Deadline: Monthly returns due the 20th; quarterly returns due the 20th after quarter end. File via Kentucky One Stop Business Portal.

Visit Official Portal (502) 564-5170