Live Data: April 2026
Monroe, NC Sales Tax Rate 2026
The combined sales tax rate in Monroe, North Carolina is 6.900%.
Combined Rate
6.900%
State4.800%
County2.100%
Monroe Sales Tax Breakdown
| Jurisdiction | Rate |
|---|---|
| North Carolina State Sales Tax | 4.800% |
| County Sales Tax | 2.100% |
| Total Combined Rate | 6.900% |
Which County Is Monroe In?
Monroe falls within Union, North Carolina. Union imposes a sales tax in addition to the North Carolina state base rate.
Monroe ZIP Codes
The following ZIP codes are mapped to Monroe for sales tax purposes. All listed codes apply the 6.900% combined rate.
28110
28112
Nearby Tax Rates
Business Nexus in North Carolina
Economic Nexus Threshold
Selling into North Carolina from out of state? Once you exceed
$100,000 in annual sales or
200 transactions,
you must register and collect North Carolina sales tax.
FAQ: Monroe Sales Tax
The combined sales tax rate in Monroe, North Carolina is 6.900% as of 2026.
Multiply your purchase price by 6.900% to find the tax owed. A $500 purchase would include $34.50 in sales tax.
Groceries are generally taxable in North Carolina. Check the official Department of Revenue for specific exemptions.
Vehicle purchases in Monroe are subject to the 6.900% combined rate, though some states apply different rules for vehicle sales. Verify with the North Carolina Department of Revenue or DMV.
Register for a sales tax permit through the official North Carolina Department of Revenue website. Registration is typically free and required before collecting any sales tax.
Sales Tax Calculator
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Tax Amount
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Rate applied: 6.900% combined
Official Tax Authority
North Carolina Department of Revenue
Filing Deadline: Monthly returns due the 20th of the following month. File via NC eServices.