Rancho Cordova Sales Tax Rate
8.75% combined in Rancho Cordova, Sacramento County · California's #97 city by population
The sales tax rate in Rancho Cordova 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 Rancho Cordova adds 2 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 Rancho Cordova Relief and Recovery 2020 Transactions and Use Tax | Rancho Cordova only | April 2021 | 0.50% |
| City of Rancho Cordova Transactions and Use Tax | Rancho Cordova only | April 2015 | 0.50% |
| Combined rate in Rancho Cordova | 8.75% |
Sales tax on common purchases in Rancho Cordova
| 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 Rancho Cordova) | $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 Rancho Cordova compares
Rancho Cordova'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% |
| Elk Grove | 8.75% |
| Folsom | 7.75% |
| Citrus Heights | 7.75% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Rancho Cordova, California?
Rancho Cordova'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 Rancho Cordova have its own city sales tax?
Yes. Rancho Cordova adds 1.00% on top of the county rate through City of Rancho Cordova Relief and Recovery 2020 Transactions and Use Tax (0.50%) and City of Rancho Cordova Transactions and Use Tax (0.50%). That city portion applies only inside the city limits.
What is the sales tax on a car bought in Rancho Cordova?
For a vehicle, the district tax follows the address where the car is registered, not where the dealer is. Registered at a Rancho Cordova address, a car is taxed at 8.75%: $3,062.50 on a $35,000 purchase.
How does Rancho Cordova's rate compare with the rest of Sacramento County?
Rates in Sacramento County's cities run from 7.75% to 9.25% (Galt). Rancho Cordova is at 8.75%. Unincorporated areas of the county pay 7.75%.
Is the rate the same at every address in Rancho Cordova?
Almost always. CDTFA's rate applies across the city limits, but a mailing address can say Rancho Cordova 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.