Nebraska Sales Tax Calculator
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Nebraska levies a 5.5% state sales tax on most tangible personal property and taxable services. On top of the state rate, cities and counties can impose additional local sales taxes — most Nebraska municipalities add between 0.5% and 2%, pushing the average combined rate to 6.98% according to the Tax Foundation (2025). That means a shopper in Omaha, which charges an extra 1.5%, pays a combined rate of 7%, while someone in Lincoln, which adds 1.5% as well, pays roughly the same.
To use this calculator, enter the purchase price in the Amount field and the applicable rate in the Rate field. For the state-only rate, use 5.5%. For the combined rate in your city, check with your municipality or use the 6.98% statewide average as a starting estimate.
Worked example: On a $100 purchase at the average combined rate of 6.98%, you would pay $6.98 in sales tax, for a total of $106.98 at the register. If you are shopping in a city with a 7.5% combined rate, the same item costs $107.50.
One important Nebraska-specific benefit: unprepared groceries are exempt from the Nebraska sales tax. Raw meats, produce, bread, and other food ingredients sold in grocery stores are not taxed at all — a meaningful saving for families. Prepared food from restaurants is taxable at the full combined rate. Prescription drugs and most agricultural equipment are also exempt.
This calculator provides estimates for informational purposes. Always confirm the exact local rate for your city or ZIP code before filing sales tax returns.
Practical example — Nebraska
A $500 appliance purchased in Omaha at the 7% combined rate (5.5% state + 1.5% city) costs $535 total — $35 in sales tax. Using the statewide average of 6.98%, that same $500 appliance adds $34.90 in tax.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Nebraska?
Nebraska's state sales tax rate is 5.5%. When local city and county taxes are added, the average combined rate across Nebraska is 6.98% (Tax Foundation, 2025). Rates vary by location — for example, Omaha has a combined rate of about 7% and some smaller cities may have no local tax at all, paying just the 5.5% state rate.
Does Nebraska have local sales tax?
Yes. Nebraska cities and counties can add local sales taxes on top of the 5.5% state rate. Local rates typically range from 0.5% to 2%, which is why the average combined rate is 6.98%. To find the exact rate for your location, check the Nebraska Department of Revenue or your city's official website.
Are groceries taxed in Nebraska?
Unprepared food and food ingredients — such as fruits, vegetables, meat, bread, and dairy — are exempt from Nebraska sales tax. However, prepared food sold ready-to-eat (restaurant meals, heated items, food from vending machines) is fully taxable at the combined state and local rate. Candy and soda are treated like groceries and are generally exempt.
What items are exempt from Nebraska sales tax?
Nebraska exempts unprepared groceries, prescription medications, most agricultural machinery and equipment, and certain manufacturing inputs. Clothing and most general merchandise are taxable at the full rate. Services are generally not taxed unless specifically enumerated by law.
How do I find the sales tax rate for my Nebraska city?
The Nebraska Department of Revenue (revenue.nebraska.gov) publishes an updated list of city and county sales tax rates. You can also use ZIP-code lookup tools from providers like Avalara or TaxCloud. For most major cities: Omaha ~7%, Lincoln ~7%, Bellevue ~7%, Grand Island ~7%, and Kearney ~7%.