What is the sales tax rate for ZIP 45249 (Cincinnati, OH)?

As of 2026, the total combined sales tax rate for ZIP 45249 is 7.80%. This includes 5.75% state tax, 1.25% county tax, 0.00% city tax, and 0.80% special district tax.

Are groceries and SaaS taxable in Ohio?

In Ohio, groceries are currently Exempt (0% for food consumed off-premises). Software as a Service (SaaS) and digital goods are Taxable for business-to-business (B2B electronic services).

Cincinnati, OH • Hamilton County

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45249 Sales Tax Rate 2026 - Cincinnati, OH

The combined sales tax rate for Cincinnati (45249, Ohio) is 7.80% in 2026. Includes state (5.75%), county (1.25%), city (0.00%), and special district taxes.

Estimated Tax Range

6.50% - 7.80%

Representative Rate: 7.80%

⚡ Direct Tax Answer & Key Takeaway

As of 2026, the total combined sales tax rate for ZIP code 45249 in Cincinnati, OH (Hamilton County) is 7.80%. This includes 5.75% state tax, 1.25% county tax, 0.00% city tax, and 0.80% special district tax.

Address-Specific Rates (6.50% - 7.80%)

Rates vary across this ZIP code depending on exact street address and special taxing districts.

Geographic Tax Breakdown

Jurisdiction	Rate
State Tax Ohio	5.75%
County Tax Hamilton County	1.25%
City Tax Cincinnati	0.00%
Special / District Tax Special District / Transportation	0.80%
Estimated Tax Range Rates vary across this ZIP code depending on exact street address and special taxing districts.	6.50% - 7.80%

📋 State Tax Rules & Compliance Guide

Sourcing Rule: Origin-based for intrastate, Destination-based for interstate

Groceries & Food: Exempt (0% for food consumed off-premises)

Clothing & Apparel: Taxable

SaaS & Digital Goods: Taxable for business-to-business (B2B electronic services)

Economic Nexus Threshold: $100,000 or 200 transactions

Geographic & Spatial Info

ZIP Code: 45249

State Code: OH

Latitude: 39.1413

Longitude: -84.506

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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

The total combined sales tax rate for ZIP 45249 is 7.80% in 2026. This rate is comprised of the Ohio state sales tax (5.75%), Hamilton County county tax (1.25%), city tax (0.00%), and special district tax (0.80%).

In Ohio, grocery food is generally Exempt (0% for food consumed off-premises), clothing items are Taxable, and Software as a Service (SaaS) is Taxable for business-to-business (B2B electronic services).