Fresno Sales Tax Rate
8.35% combined in Fresno, Fresno County · California's #5 city by population
The sales tax rate in Fresno is 8.35% as of October 13, 2026. That is the 7.25% statewide base plus 1.10% in local district taxes: 0.725% across Fresno County and 0.375% from the city itself.
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Where the 8.35% comes from
Every California sale starts at the 7.25% statewide base. Fresno County voters and agencies have added 3 district taxes that apply in every city in the county, and Fresno 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% |
| Fresno County Public Library Transactions and Use Tax | Fresno County | April 1999 | 0.125% |
| Fresno County Transportation Authority | Fresno County | July 1987 | 0.50% |
| Fresno County Zoo Authority | Fresno County | April 2005 | 0.10% |
| City of Fresno Clean and Safe Parks Transactions and Use Tax | Fresno only | July 2021 | 0.375% |
| Combined rate in Fresno | 8.35% |
Sales tax on common purchases in Fresno
| Price before tax | Tax at 8.35% | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $100.00 | $8.35 | $108.35 |
| $500.00 | $41.75 | $541.75 |
| $1,000.00 | $83.50 | $1,083.50 |
| $2,500.00 | $208.75 | $2,708.75 |
| $35,000.00 (car registered in Fresno) | $2,922.50 | $37,922.50 |
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 Fresno compares
Fresno's 8.35% is the 72nd-highest rate among California's 100 largest cities. Across the 15 cities in Fresno County, rates run from 7.975% (Firebaugh, Orange Cove, San Joaquin) to 9.225% (Mendota, Reedley). Unincorporated areas pay 7.975%.
| Other large cities in Fresno County | Rate |
|---|---|
| Clovis | 8.975% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Fresno, California?
Fresno's combined sales tax rate is 8.35% as of October 13, 2026: the 7.25% statewide base plus 1.10% in district taxes (0.725% countywide and 0.375% from the city).
Does Fresno have its own city sales tax?
Yes. Fresno adds 0.375% on top of the county rate through City of Fresno Clean and Safe Parks Transactions and Use Tax (0.375%). That city portion applies only inside the city limits.
What is the sales tax on a car bought in Fresno?
For a vehicle, the district tax follows the address where the car is registered, not where the dealer is. Registered at a Fresno address, a car is taxed at 8.35%: $2,922.50 on a $35,000 purchase.
How does Fresno's rate compare with the rest of Fresno County?
Rates in Fresno County's cities run from 7.975% to 9.225% (Mendota, Reedley). Fresno is at 8.35%. Unincorporated areas of the county pay 7.975%.
Is the rate the same at every address in Fresno?
Almost always. CDTFA's rate applies across the city limits, but a mailing address can say Fresno 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.