County rate guide · Reviewed August 11, 2026
Caldwell County, North Carolina Sales Tax Rate
The combined sales tax rate in Caldwell County, North Carolina is 6.75% as of 2026. That includes the North Carolina state rate of 4.75%.
Sales tax calculator for Caldwell 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 Caldwell County comes from Streamlined Sales Tax Governing Board rate file (2026 Q3).
State rate (4.75%) plus the county local rate from the state's SSTGB rate file.
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.
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Caldwell County sales tax questions
What is the sales tax rate in Caldwell 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 Caldwell County?
At the 6.75% combined rate, a $100 taxable purchase produces $6.75 in sales tax.
When was the Caldwell County sales tax rate reviewed?
Prophit.ai reviewed this guide on 2026-08-11 using Streamlined Sales Tax Governing Board rate file. Confirm the official source before filing because rates can change.
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