What is the sales tax rate in Humboldt County, CA?

The average sales tax rate in Humboldt County (CA) is 8.98%, with jurisdictions ranging between 8.75% and 10.25%.

Humboldt County • California (CA)

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Humboldt County, CA Sales Tax Rates 2026

2026 sales tax rate guide for Humboldt County, CA. Average combined tax rate is 8.98% with local jurisdictions ranging up to 10.25%.

Average Combined Rate

8.98%

Estimated Tax Range: 8.75% - 10.25%

⚡ Direct Tax Answer & Key Takeaway

As of 2026, the local county sales tax rate in Humboldt County (California) is 0.00%. Combined sales tax rates across cities in this county range from 8.75% to 10.25% (averaging 8.98%).

County Tax

0.00%

Average Combined Rate

8.98%

Max Local Rate

10.25%

Indexed Cities

Cities & Towns in Humboldt County

City	Combined Sales Tax Rate	Action
Eureka	10.25%	View Tax Rates →
Arcata	10.25%	View Tax Rates →
Myrtletown	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Rio Dell	9.50%	View Tax Rates →
Ferndale	9.50%	View Tax Rates →
Hydesville	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Redway	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Willow Creek	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Manila	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Blue Lake	9.75%	View Tax Rates →
Fieldbrook	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Loleta	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Indianola	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Shelter Cove	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Fields Landing	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Scotia	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Benbow	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Orick	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Samoa	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Big Lagoon	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Weott	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Alderpoint	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Myers Flat	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Redcrest	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Wautec	8.75%	View Tax Rates →
Phillipsville	8.75%	View Tax Rates →

📋 State Tax Rules & Compliance Guide

Sourcing Rule: Hybrid (Origin for city/county, Destination for district taxes)

Groceries & Food: Exempt (0%)

Clothing & Apparel: Taxable (standard rates)

SaaS & Digital Goods: Non-Taxable (Custom & off-the-shelf cloud software is exempt)

Economic Nexus Threshold: $500,000 in cumulative California sales

Official Tax Authority: California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) ↗

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ZIP Codes in Humboldt County

95501 8.75% 95502 10.25% 95503 8.75% 95511 8.75% 95518 10.25% 95519 8.75% 95521 8.75% 95524 8.75% 95525 9.75% 95534 10.25% 95536 9.50% 95537 8.75% 95540 8.75% 95542 8.75% 95546 8.75% 95547 8.75% 95551 8.75% 95553 8.75% 95554 8.75% 95555 8.75% 95559 8.75% 95560 8.75% 95562 9.50% 95564 8.75% 95565 8.75% 95569 8.75% 95570 8.75% 95571 8.75% 95573 8.75% 95589 8.75%

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Key questions and answers regarding sales tax rates, exemptions, and compliance.

The county tax rate for Humboldt County is 0.00%. When combined with California state taxes and local municipal/district taxes, the overall sales tax rate varies between 8.75% and 10.25%.

In California, grocery items are currently Exempt (0%). SaaS and digital automated goods are Non-Taxable (Custom & off-the-shelf cloud software is exempt).