Burke County, North Carolina Sales Tax Rate
The combined sales tax rate in Burke County, North Carolina is 6.75% as of 2026. That includes the North Carolina state rate of 4.75%.
State rate (4.75%) plus the county local rate from the state's SSTGB rate file.
Sales tax calculator for Burke County
- Sales tax (6.75%)
- $6.75
- Total with tax
- $106.75
How this rate is composed
The North Carolina state sales tax rate is 4.75%. The combined 6.75% rate for Burke County comes from Streamlined Sales Tax Governing Board rate file (2026 Q3).
Transit authority rates apply in some counties in addition to the listed combined rate.
Rates change on official schedules — confirm the current rate and effective date against the source above before filing. Reviewed and current as of September 14, 2026.
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Burke County sales tax questions
What is the sales tax rate in Burke County, North Carolina?
The combined sales tax rate is 6.75%. It includes the North Carolina state rate of 4.75% and applicable local rates.
How much sales tax is charged on a $100 purchase in Burke County?
At the 6.75% combined rate, a $100 taxable purchase produces $6.75 in sales tax.
When was the Burke County sales tax rate reviewed?
Prophit.ai reviewed this guide on 2026-09-14 using Streamlined Sales Tax Governing Board rate file. Confirm the official source before filing because rates can change.