Oregon Sales Tax: No Sales Tax State
Oregon has no sales tax — not at the state level and not at the local level. There is no sales tax on any retail purchase anywhere in Oregon. Oregon is one of five states with no sales tax, and unlike Alaska, it doesn't allow local governments to impose their own sales taxes either.
With no sales tax, there's nothing to reverse-calculate from an Oregon retail receipt. The price is the price. Oregon funds state services through income taxes (which have relatively high rates) and other fees, but there is no transaction tax on retail purchases. Many Californians and Washingtonians cross the border to take advantage of Oregon's zero-tax environment for large purchases.
Sales Tax Rate: 0%
Oregon has no state or local sales tax. No reverse calculation needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Oregon has no state or local sales tax. It is one of five states with no sales tax. There is no sales tax on retail purchases of clothing, electronics, furniture, or any other goods in Oregon.
Oregon residents generally cannot claim a refund of Washington's sales tax just because they live in Oregon. Washington state attempted to exempt Oregon residents, but those rules have changed. If you purchase something in Washington, you typically owe Washington sales tax regardless of where you live.
If you live in a state with sales tax and buy from an Oregon retailer with nexus in your state, you may owe use tax to your home state. Oregon itself doesn't impose sales tax, but your state's use tax rules still apply to purchases you bring home.