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Minnesota Reverse Sales Tax: Price Before Tax (2026)

Minnesota has a state sales tax rate of 6.875%. Use the calculator below to find the original price.

SOURCE: TAX FOUNDATION & STATE TAX DEPARTMENTS
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State Sales Tax

6.88%

Avg. Local Tax

0.70%

Combined Rate

7.58%

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Understanding Minnesota Sales Tax

Minnesota levies a state sales tax rate of 6.875% - one of the higher state rates in the Midwest - and allows counties and cities to add local taxes on top. The Twin Cities metropolitan area (Minneapolis and St. Paul) carries additional transit and sales taxes, bringing combined rates in that region to over 8.025%. Across the rest of Minnesota, combined rates typically range from 6.875% to 8%, depending on the municipality.

Minnesota's sales tax system has several distinctive features that set it apart from neighboring states. The state has one of the most comprehensive food exemptions in the country - extending the exemption to candy, dietary supplements, and even some traditionally taxable snack foods in ways that other states do not. At the same time, Minnesota taxes clothing (with an exemption for most everyday wear), making its clothing tax rules particularly nuanced. The Minnesota Reverse Sales Tax Calculator is an essential tool for accurately determining the pre-tax price of any Minnesota purchase, given the state's layered rate structure and category-specific tax rules.

Why Reverse Calculation Matters in Minnesota

Minnesota's relatively high state rate combined with Metro Area transit taxes creates meaningful variation across the state. A business operating in Minneapolis faces a different combined rate than one in Rochester or Duluth. For businesses with multiple locations or customers across Minnesota, maintaining accurate rate information by location is essential for correct tax collection and remittance.

Minnesota also has robust use tax enforcement and requires consumers who purchase taxable goods out of state without paying sales tax to self-report and pay Minnesota use tax. For businesses, this means out-of-state purchases of equipment, supplies, or materials that were not taxed at the point of purchase may still generate a Minnesota use tax obligation at 6.875%.

Sales Tax Rates in Major Minnesota Cities (Quick Look)

City Total Rate
Minneapolis 8.03%
Saint Paul 7.88%

General Taxability Guidelines

🍎 Groceries
Exempt
👕 Clothing
Exempt
💊 Prescription Medicine
Exempt

Detailed Tax Rates in Major Minnesota Cities

City / Area
Minneapolis
State Rate
6.875%
Local Rate
1.15%
Combined Rate
8.025%
City / Area
St. Paul
State Rate
6.875%
Local Rate
1.15%
Combined Rate
8.025%
City / Area
Rochester
State Rate
6.875%
Local Rate
0.50%
Combined Rate
7.375%
City / Area
Duluth
State Rate
6.875%
Local Rate
1.00%
Combined Rate
7.875%
City / Area
Bloomington
State Rate
6.875%
Local Rate
1.15%
Combined Rate
8.025%
City / Area
Brooklyn Park
State Rate
6.875%
Local Rate
1.15%
Combined Rate
8.025%
City / Area
Plymouth
State Rate
6.875%
Local Rate
1.15%
Combined Rate
8.025%
City / Area
St. Cloud
State Rate
6.875%
Local Rate
0.50%
Combined Rate
7.375%

Detailed Taxability Rules & Exemptions in Minnesota

  • Most food for home consumption - exempt (including candy and dietary supplements in many cases)
  • Prescription drugs - fully exempt
  • Clothing (most everyday apparel) - exempt from Minnesota sales tax
  • Farm machinery, equipment, and agricultural inputs
  • Manufacturing production equipment used directly in production
  • Sales to qualifying nonprofit and government organizations

Real-World Reverse Calculation Example

You purchased a laptop in Minneapolis, Minnesota for a total of $1,080.27, inclusive of the 8.025% combined rate.

  • Convert rate: 8.025% ÷ 100 = 0.08025
  • Add 1: 1 + 0.08025 = 1.08025
  • Divide: $1,080.27 ÷ 1.08025 = $1,000.02 (pre-tax price)
  • Tax: $1,080.27 − $1,000.02 = $80.25
  • ✓ Original price before tax: $1,000.02 | Minnesota sales tax: $80.25

Minnesota Sales Tax Compliance & Filing

Minnesota sales tax is administered by the Minnesota Department of Revenue. Businesses must register for a sales tax permit before making taxable sales. Filing is monthly, quarterly, or annually based on average monthly liability. Returns are due on the 20th of the month following the reporting period. Minnesota's economic nexus threshold is $100,000 in Minnesota sales in the current or prior calendar year. Minnesota is a member of the Streamlined Sales Tax (SST) agreement.

Official Citations & Sources

  • Tax data sourced from the Minnesota Department of Revenue (MNDOR), which oversees the 6.875% state rate plus city and county local sales taxes approved by the state legislature.
  • Local rates verified through MNDOR's 2026 Local Sales Tax Rate Chart.
  • Official Link: Minnesota Department of Revenue - Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions - Minnesota Sales Tax

Most clothing is exempt from Minnesota sales tax. However, some clothing items - such as sports and recreational equipment, protective gear worn for work, and fur clothing - are taxable. Everyday apparel like shirts, pants, shoes, and dresses is generally exempt.
Minneapolis and the broader Twin Cities metro area carry additional transit taxes - including the Metropolitan Council transit tax and the Minneapolis special local tax - on top of the state rate, resulting in combined rates around 8.025%.
Most food for home consumption is exempt from Minnesota sales tax, including items that other states tax such as candy and dietary supplements. Prepared food and restaurant meals are taxable at the applicable combined rate.
Most everyday clothing is exempt. Exceptions include athletic and protective gear, fur clothing, and certain accessories. The distinction can be nuanced - when in doubt, consult the Minnesota Department of Revenue's clothing taxability guide.
Remote sellers must collect and remit Minnesota sales tax if they exceed $100,000 in Minnesota sales in the current or prior calendar year.

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Legal Disclaimer: While we strive to maintain accurate and up-to-date tax rate information from reliable sources, tax rates can change frequently. Always verify current rates with your local tax authority or a qualified tax professional for official tax matters. This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional tax, legal, or financial advice.

Last Updated: April 2026 Rates Subject to Change