Verified April 2026
How to Calculate Sales Tax in Salt Lake, Utah
2026 Step-by-Step Guide for Businesses & Consumers
Current Salt Lake Sales Tax Rate
| Jurisdiction | Rate |
|---|---|
| Utah State Sales Tax | 6.100% |
| County Sales Tax | 2.600% |
| Total Combined Rate | 8.700% |
How to Calculate Sales Tax in Salt Lake
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Find the combined rate
The combined sales tax rate in Salt Lake is 8.700%. This equals: Utah state rate of 6.100% + County 2.600%.
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2
Convert the percentage to a decimal
8.700 ÷ 100 = 0.0870
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3
Multiply by your purchase amount
Example: $100.00 × 0.0870 = $8.70 in sales tax
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4
Add tax to the original price
$100.00 + $8.70 = $108.70 total cost
What's Taxable in Utah?
Most tangible personal property is taxable in Utah. Check with the
Utah Department of Revenue for specific exemption categories.
Do You Have Nexus in Utah?
Economic Nexus Threshold
If your business has over $100,000 in annual
Utah sales or 200 transactions,
you are required to collect and remit Utah sales tax. This applies to out-of-state remote sellers too.
Expert Sales Tax Tips for Salt Lake
Out-of-State Sellers
Selling into Utah from out of state? Register before you cross the $100,000 threshold to avoid back taxes and penalties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sales Tax Calculator
Using 8.700% rate for Salt Lake
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Tax Amount
$0.00
Total with Tax
$100.00
Rate applied: 8.700% combined