Connecticut Reverse Sales Tax: Price Before Tax (2026)
Connecticut has a state sales tax rate of 6.35%. Use the calculator below to find the original price.
* Pre-filled with Connecticut state tax rate. You can adjust this if local taxes apply.
State Sales Tax
6.35%
Avg. Local Tax
0.00%
Combined Rate
6.35%
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View StandardsUnderstanding Connecticut Sales Tax
This simplicity makes Connecticut one of the most straightforward states for reverse sales tax calculation. Enter your total and 6.35%, and you immediately know the pre-tax price and exact tax paid. The Connecticut Reverse Sales Tax Calculator handles this calculation instantly, giving you precise results to two decimal places for any transaction amount.
Why Reverse Calculation Matters in Connecticut
Connecticut also applies a higher 7.75% rate on certain luxury goods, including motor vehicles priced above $50,000, jewelry priced above $5,000, and clothing or footwear priced above $1,000 per item. For these purchases, the reverse calculation must use the 7.75% rate rather than the standard 6.35%. The calculator accommodates any rate you enter, making it equally useful for both standard and luxury tier purchases.
Sales Tax Rates in Major Connecticut Cities (Quick Look)
| City | Total Rate |
|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 6.35% |
| New Haven | 6.35% |
General Taxability Guidelines
Detailed Tax Rates in Major Connecticut Cities
Detailed Taxability Rules & Exemptions in Connecticut
- Groceries and unprepared food - exempt from sales tax
- Prescription drugs - fully exempt
- Non-prescription medicines - exempt
- Clothing and footwear under $50 per item - exempt (from 2021 threshold change)
- Residential gas, electricity, and heating fuels - exempt
- Agricultural products sold by farmers at farm stands
Real-World Reverse Calculation Example
You purchased a laptop in Hartford, Connecticut for a total of $1,137.36, which includes Connecticut's 6.35% sales tax.
- Convert rate: 6.35% ÷ 100 = 0.0635
- Add 1: 1 + 0.0635 = 1.0635
- Divide: $1,137.36 ÷ 1.0635 = $1,069.48 (pre-tax price)
- Tax: $1,137.36 − $1,069.48 = $67.88
- ✓ Pre-tax price: $1,069.48 | Connecticut sales tax: $67.88
Connecticut Sales Tax Compliance & Filing
Official Citations & Sources
- Tax data sourced from the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services (DRS), which administers a single statewide rate with no local add-ons — one of the simplest structures in the US.
- Rate verified against DRS's 2026 Connecticut Sales and Use Tax Guide.
- Official Link: Connecticut Dept. of Revenue Services - Official Website
Frequently Asked Questions - Connecticut Sales Tax
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