Chino Sales Tax Rate
8.75% combined in Chino, San Bernardino County · California's #82 city by population
The sales tax rate in Chino is 8.75% as of October 13, 2026. That is the 7.25% statewide base plus 1.50% in local district taxes: 0.50% across San Bernardino County and 1.00% from the city itself.
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Where the 8.75% comes from
Every California sale starts at the 7.25% statewide base. San Bernardino County voters and agencies have added 1 district tax that applies in every city in the county, and Chino adds 1 of its own. Each line below is from CDTFA's district tax list.
| Tax | Applies in | In effect since | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| State sales and use tax | All of California | — | 6.00% |
| Local sales tax (Bradley-Burns): 1% for city or county operations, 0.25% for county transportation | All of California | — | 1.25% |
| San Bernardino County Transportation Authority | San Bernardino County | April 1990 | 0.50% |
| City of Chino Transactions and Use Tax | Chino only | July 2024 | 1.00% |
| Combined rate in Chino | 8.75% |
Sales tax on common purchases in Chino
| Price before tax | Tax at 8.75% | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $100.00 | $8.75 | $108.75 |
| $500.00 | $43.75 | $543.75 |
| $1,000.00 | $87.50 | $1,087.50 |
| $2,500.00 | $218.75 | $2,718.75 |
| $35,000.00 (car registered in Chino) | $3,062.50 | $38,062.50 |
Groceries (most food for home consumption) and prescription medicine are exempt from California sales tax, so these rates apply to taxable goods such as clothing, electronics, furniture, restaurant meals and vehicles.
How Chino compares
Chino's 8.75% is the 48th-highest rate among California's 100 largest cities (shared with 20 others). Across the 24 cities in San Bernardino County, rates run from 7.75% (Adelanto, Big Bear Lake, Chino Hills and 9 more) to 9.00% (Montclair). Unincorporated areas pay 7.75%.
| Other large cities in San Bernardino County | Rate |
|---|---|
| San Bernardino | 8.75% |
| Fontana | 8.75% |
| Ontario | 8.75% |
| Rancho Cucamonga | 7.75% |
| Victorville | 8.75% |
| Rialto | 7.75% |
| Hesperia | 7.75% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Chino, California?
Chino's combined sales tax rate is 8.75% as of October 13, 2026: the 7.25% statewide base plus 1.50% in district taxes (0.50% countywide and 1.00% from the city).
Does Chino have its own city sales tax?
Yes. Chino adds 1.00% on top of the county rate through City of Chino Transactions and Use Tax (1.00%). That city portion applies only inside the city limits.
What is the sales tax on a car bought in Chino?
For a vehicle, the district tax follows the address where the car is registered, not where the dealer is. Registered at a Chino address, a car is taxed at 8.75%: $3,062.50 on a $35,000 purchase.
How does Chino's rate compare with the rest of San Bernardino County?
Rates in San Bernardino County's cities run from 7.75% to 9.00% (Montclair). Chino is at 8.75%. Unincorporated areas of the county pay 7.75%.
Is the rate the same at every address in Chino?
Almost always. CDTFA's rate applies across the city limits, but a mailing address can say Chino while the property sits in an unincorporated area or a neighboring city. Check a specific address with CDTFA's online rate lookup.
Sources
- CDTFA California City & County Sales & Use Tax Rates (combined rate for each quarter)
- CDTFA-105, District Taxes, Rates, and Effective Dates and Explanation of Tax Rate Changes (each district tax)
- CDTFA rate lookup by address
Educational information only. Rates are copied from CDTFA's published tables and change on the first day of a calendar quarter when new district taxes start or old ones end. Confirm the rate for a specific address with CDTFA before filing a return.