Elk Grove Sales Tax Rate
8.75% combined in Elk Grove, Sacramento County · California's #25 city by population
The sales tax rate in Elk Grove 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 Sacramento 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. Sacramento County voters and agencies have added 1 district tax that applies in every city in the county, and Elk Grove 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% |
| Sacramento Transportation Authority | Sacramento County | April 1989 | 0.50% |
| City of Elk Grove Transactions and Use Tax | Elk Grove only | April 2023 | 1.00% |
| Combined rate in Elk Grove | 8.75% |
Sales tax on common purchases in Elk Grove
| 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 Elk Grove) | $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 Elk Grove compares
Elk Grove's 8.75% is the 48th-highest rate among California's 100 largest cities (shared with 20 others). Across the 7 cities in Sacramento County, rates run from 7.75% (Citrus Heights, Folsom) to 9.25% (Galt). Unincorporated areas pay 7.75%.
| Other large cities in Sacramento County | Rate |
|---|---|
| Sacramento | 8.75% |
| Folsom | 7.75% |
| Rancho Cordova | 8.75% |
| Citrus Heights | 7.75% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Elk Grove, California?
Elk Grove'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 Elk Grove have its own city sales tax?
Yes. Elk Grove adds 1.00% on top of the county rate through City of Elk Grove 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 Elk Grove?
For a vehicle, the district tax follows the address where the car is registered, not where the dealer is. Registered at an Elk Grove address, a car is taxed at 8.75%: $3,062.50 on a $35,000 purchase.
How does Elk Grove's rate compare with the rest of Sacramento County?
Rates in Sacramento County's cities run from 7.75% to 9.25% (Galt). Elk Grove is at 8.75%. Unincorporated areas of the county pay 7.75%.
Is the rate the same at every address in Elk Grove?
Almost always. CDTFA's rate applies across the city limits, but a mailing address can say Elk Grove 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.