What are the state and local sales tax rates in Tennessee?
Generally, the state sales and use tax rate is 7.00% and the local rate is 2.25%. However, the local rate found at: http://www.tennessee.gov/revenue/pubs/taxlist.pdf, will vary from 1.00% to 2.75%. Certain circumstances may create exemptions from one or both of the taxes, while qualified consumer types may enjoy reduced rates of tax. Certain food items are taxed at 5.5%.
Generally, the state sales and use tax rate is 7% and the local rate is 2.25%. However, the local rate will vary from 1% to 2.75%. Certain circumstances may create exemptions from one or both of the taxes, while qualified consumer types may enjoy reduced rates of tax. Certain food items are taxed at 5.5%. (Please refer to the Important Notices section for more detailed information.
