Cortez, CO Montezuma County

81321 Sales Tax Rate 2026 - Cortez, CO

The combined sales tax rate for Cortez (81321, Colorado) is 6.95% in 2026. Includes state (2.90%), county (0.00%), city (4.05%), and special district taxes.

Combined Sales Tax Rate
6.95%
⚡ Direct Tax Answer & Key Takeaway
As of 2026, the total combined sales tax rate for ZIP code 81321 in Cortez, CO (Montezuma County) is 6.95%. This includes 2.90% state tax, 0.00% county tax, 4.05% city tax, and 0.00% special district tax.

Geographic Tax Breakdown

Jurisdiction Rate
State Tax
Colorado
2.90%
County Tax
0.00%
City Tax
4.05%
Special / District Tax
Special District / Transportation
0.00%
Combined Sales Tax Rate
Total Tax Applied at Checkout
6.95%

📋 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

Geographic & Spatial Info

ZIP Code: 81321
State Code: CO
Latitude: 37.3503
Longitude: -108.5768

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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 81321 is 6.95% in 2026. This rate is comprised of the Colorado state sales tax (2.90%), Montezuma County county tax (0.00%), city tax (4.05%), and special district tax (0.00%).
In Colorado, grocery food is generally Exempt (0% Tax), clothing items are Taxable at standard rate, and Software as a Service (SaaS) is Non-Taxable.