What is the sales tax rate in Durham County, NC?

The average sales tax rate in Durham County (NC) is 7.34%, with jurisdictions ranging between 4.75% and 7.50%.

Durham County • North Carolina (NC)

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Durham County, NC Sales Tax Rates 2026

2026 sales tax rate guide for Durham County, NC. Average combined tax rate is 7.34% with local jurisdictions ranging up to 7.50%.

Average Combined Rate

7.34%

Estimated Tax Range: 4.75% - 7.50%

⚡ Direct Tax Answer & Key Takeaway

As of 2026, the local county sales tax rate in Durham County (North Carolina) is 2.25%. Combined sales tax rates across cities in this county range from 4.75% to 7.50% (averaging 7.34%).

County Tax

2.25%

Average Combined Rate

7.34%

Max Local Rate

7.50%

Indexed Cities

Cities & Towns in Durham County

City	Combined Sales Tax Rate	Action
Durham	7.50%	View Tax Rates →
Rougemont	7.50%	View Tax Rates →

📋 State Tax Rules & Compliance Guide

Sourcing Rule: Destination-based

Groceries & Food: Exempt (0% Tax)

Clothing & Apparel: Taxable at standard rate

SaaS & Digital Goods: Non-Taxable

Economic Nexus Threshold: $100,000 in sales or 200 separate transactions

Official Tax Authority: North Carolina Department of Revenue ↗

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ZIP Codes in Durham County

27572 7.50% 27701 7.50% 27702 7.50% 27703 7.50% 27704 7.50% 27705 7.50% 27706 4.75% 27707 7.50% 27708 7.50% 27709 7.50% 27710 7.50% 27711 7.50% 27712 7.50% 27713 7.50% 27715 7.50% 27717 7.50% 27722 7.50%

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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

The county tax rate for Durham County is 2.25%. When combined with North Carolina state taxes and local municipal/district taxes, the overall sales tax rate varies between 4.75% and 7.50%.

In North Carolina, grocery items are currently Exempt (0% Tax). SaaS and digital automated goods are Non-Taxable.