The temporary statewide sales and use tax increase approved through California’s Proposition 30 expires on December 31, 2016. Effective January 1, 2017, the state sales and use tax rate in California will decrease by 0.25% to the new rate of 7.25%. The California State Board of Equalization notes, however, that in many cities and counties the total tax rate will be higher due to local voter-approved district taxes.
For information on how this rate change will affect specific situations such as retail sales, fixed-price contracts, and partial tax exemptions, click here.
