Delaware Sales Tax Calculator
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Delaware is one of only five states in the U.S. with no sales tax at all — not at the state level, and not at the local level either. The combined rate is 0%, confirmed by the Tax Foundation for 2025. That means whether you buy a $20 shirt, a $500 laptop, or a $30,000 car in Delaware, the sales tax line on your receipt reads exactly $0.00.
This tax-free status is a deliberate policy choice. Delaware funds its government primarily through personal income taxes, corporate franchise taxes, and a Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) charged to businesses — not consumers. The GRT is a business-level levy on total revenue; it does not show up as a line item on a customer's bill.
Worked example: You purchase a $100 pair of shoes at a Wilmington mall. In New Jersey, just across the Delaware River, you would pay $6.63 in sales tax. In Delaware, the total at the register is exactly $100.00. No tax. This is why outlet malls near the state line draw shoppers from Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania year-round.
This calculator lets you confirm the $0 tax on any amount, or use it to compare what you would pay if you were shopping in a neighboring state. Simply enter any purchase amount and set the rate to 0 for Delaware, or enter another state's rate for comparison.
Note: this tool provides estimates for informational purposes and does not constitute tax advice.
Practical example — Delaware
A $500 electronics purchase in Wilmington, Delaware costs exactly $500.00 — compared to $533.15 in Philadelphia (6.0% PA + 2% Philadelphia local tax) or $531.50 in Baltimore (6.0% MD + 0.3% local).
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❓ Frequently asked questions
Does Delaware have a sales tax in 2025?
No. Delaware has no state sales tax and no local sales tax. The combined rate is 0%, making every retail purchase completely free of sales tax. This has been Delaware's policy for decades and remains unchanged for 2025.
Why doesn't Delaware have a sales tax?
Delaware intentionally avoids a sales tax to attract businesses and shoppers. The state collects revenue through personal income taxes, a corporate franchise tax, and a Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) on businesses. The GRT is paid by the business, not itemized on consumer receipts.
Are groceries, clothing, or cars taxed in Delaware?
None of these are subject to sales tax in Delaware. Groceries, clothing, electronics, vehicles, and virtually all goods can be purchased without any sales tax. Some specific fees may apply to vehicle registration, but there is no sales tax on the purchase price.
Do online sellers need to collect sales tax when selling to Delaware customers?
No. Because Delaware has no sales tax, out-of-state sellers are not required to collect or remit any sales tax on orders shipped to Delaware addresses. There is no use tax obligation for Delaware consumers either.
Is the Delaware Gross Receipts Tax the same as a sales tax?
No. The Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) is a tax on a business's total revenue, paid by the business to the state. It is not passed through as a line-item charge to customers the way a sales tax would be. Consumers in Delaware do not pay a sales tax at the point of purchase.