What is the sales tax rate for ZIP 92698 (Irvine, CA)?

As of 2026, the total combined sales tax rate for ZIP 92698 is 7.75%. This includes 7.25% state tax, 0.00% county tax, 0.00% city tax, and 0.50% special district tax.

Are groceries and SaaS taxable in California?

In California, groceries are currently Exempt (0%). Software as a Service (SaaS) and digital goods are Non-Taxable (Custom & off-the-shelf cloud software is exempt).

Irvine, CA • Orange County

92698 Sales Tax Rate 2026 - Irvine, CA

The combined sales tax rate for Irvine (92698, California) is 7.75% in 2026. Includes state (7.25%), county (0.00%), city (0.00%), and special district taxes.

Combined Sales Tax Rate

7.75%

⚡ Direct Tax Answer & Key Takeaway

As of 2026, the total combined sales tax rate for ZIP code 92698 in Irvine, CA (Orange County) is 7.75%. This includes 7.25% state tax, 0.00% county tax, 0.00% city tax, and 0.50% special district tax.

Geographic Tax Breakdown

Jurisdiction	Rate
State Tax California	7.25%
County Tax Orange County	0.00%
City Tax Irvine	0.00%
Special / District Tax Special District / Transportation	0.50%
Combined Sales Tax Rate Total Tax Applied at Checkout	7.75%

📋 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

Geographic & Spatial Info

ZIP Code: 92698

State Code: CA

Latitude: 33.6772

Longitude: -117.7738

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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 92698 is 7.75% in 2026. This rate is comprised of the California state sales tax (7.25%), Orange County county tax (0.00%), city tax (0.00%), and special district tax (0.50%).

In California, grocery food is generally Exempt (0%), clothing items are Taxable (standard rates), and Software as a Service (SaaS) is Non-Taxable (Custom & off-the-shelf cloud software is exempt).