State Overview · 2026

Hawaii Sales Tax Rates

Average 4.5%
Min 4.5%
Max 4.5%
Jurisdictions 136

Hawaii Sales Tax Overview

As of 2026, Hawaii has an average combined sales tax rate of 4.5%, with rates ranging from 4.5% to 4.5% depending on your specific location. The state's sales tax is collected through a General Excise Tax (GET), which is technically imposed on businesses rather than consumers. With 136 tracked jurisdictions, the actual rate you pay depends on a combination of state, county, and city-level taxes applied to your zip code.

The sales tax in Hawaii is composed of multiple layers. The state sets a base rate that applies uniformly across all jurisdictions. On top of this, individual counties and cities may add their own surcharges. This layered system means that the rate you pay can vary significantly even within the same state. For example, the lowest rate in Hawaii is 4.5% while the highest reaches 4.5% — a spread of 0%.

Hawaii Tax Examples (Average Rate)

$25 meal $1.13 tax
$100 purchase $4.50 tax
$500 electronics $22.50 tax
$1,000 appliance $45.00 tax

* Based on average rate of 4.5%. Actual tax depends on your zip code.

Top Jurisdictions in Hawaii

HONOLULU 96701
4.5%
KAUAI 96703
4.5%
HAWAII 96704
4.5%
KAUAI 96705
4.5%
HONOLULU 96706
4.5%
HONOLULU 96707
4.5%
MAUI 96708
4.5%
HONOLULU 96709
4.5%
HAWAII 96710
4.5%
HONOLULU 96712
4.5%
MAUI 96713
4.5%
KAUAI 96714
4.5%
KAUAI 96715
4.5%
KAUAI 96716
4.5%
HONOLULU 96717
4.5%
HAWAII 96718
4.5%
HAWAII 96719
4.5%
HAWAII 96720
4.5%
HAWAII 96721
4.5%
KAUAI 96722
4.5%
HAWAII 96725
4.5%
HAWAII 96726
4.5%
HAWAII 96727
4.5%
HAWAII 96728
4.5%
MAUI 96729
4.5%
HONOLULU 96730
4.5%
HONOLULU 96731
4.5%
MAUI 96732
4.5%
MAUI 96733
4.5%
HONOLULU 96734
4.5%
HAWAII 96737
4.5%
HAWAII 96738
4.5%
HAWAII 96739
4.5%
HAWAII 96740
4.5%
KAUAI 96741
4.5%
MAUI 96742
4.5%
HAWAII 96743
4.5%
HONOLULU 96744
4.5%
HAWAII 96745
4.5%
KAUAI 96746
4.5%
KAUAI 96747
4.5%
MAUI 96748
4.5%
HAWAII 96749
4.5%
HAWAII 96750
4.5%
KAUAI 96751
4.5%
KAUAI 96752
4.5%
MAUI 96753
4.5%
KAUAI 96754
4.5%
HAWAII 96755
4.5%
KAUAI 96756
4.5%
MAUI 96757
4.5%
HONOLULU 96759
4.5%
HAWAII 96760
4.5%
MAUI 96761
4.5%
HONOLULU 96762
4.5%
MAUI 96763
4.5%
HAWAII 96764
4.5%
KAUAI 96765
4.5%
KAUAI 96766
4.5%
MAUI 96767
4.5%
MAUI 96768
4.5%
KAUAI 96769
4.5%
MAUI 96770
4.5%
HAWAII 96771
4.5%
HAWAII 96772
4.5%
HAWAII 96773
4.5%
HAWAII 96774
4.5%
HAWAII 96776
4.5%
HAWAII 96777
4.5%
HAWAII 96778
4.5%
MAUI 96779
4.5%
HAWAII 96780
4.5%
HAWAII 96781
4.5%
HONOLULU 96782
4.5%
HAWAII 96783
4.5%
MAUI 96784
4.5%
HAWAII 96785
4.5%
HONOLULU 96786
4.5%
MAUI 96788
4.5%
HONOLULU 96789
4.5%
MAUI 96790
4.5%
HONOLULU 96791
4.5%
HONOLULU 96792
4.5%
MAUI 96793
4.5%
HONOLULU 96795
4.5%
KAUAI 96796
4.5%
HONOLULU 96797
4.5%
HONOLULU 96801
4.5%
HONOLULU 96802
4.5%
HONOLULU 96803
4.5%
HONOLULU 96804
4.5%
HONOLULU 96805
4.5%
HONOLULU 96806
4.5%
HONOLULU 96807
4.5%
HONOLULU 96808
4.5%
HONOLULU 96809
4.5%
HONOLULU 96810
4.5%
HONOLULU 96811
4.5%
HONOLULU 96812
4.5%
HONOLULU 96813
4.5%
HONOLULU 96814
4.5%
HONOLULU 96815
4.5%
HONOLULU 96816
4.5%
HONOLULU 96817
4.5%
HONOLULU 96818
4.5%
HONOLULU 96819
4.5%
HONOLULU 96820
4.5%
HONOLULU 96821
4.5%
HONOLULU 96822
4.5%
HONOLULU 96823
4.5%
HONOLULU 96824
4.5%
HONOLULU 96825
4.5%
HONOLULU 96826
4.5%
HONOLULU 96828
4.5%
HONOLULU 96830
4.5%
HONOLULU 96836
4.5%
HONOLULU 96837
4.5%
HONOLULU 96838
4.5%
HONOLULU 96839
4.5%
HONOLULU 96840
4.5%
HONOLULU 96841
4.5%
HONOLULU 96843
4.5%
HONOLULU 96844
4.5%
HONOLULU 96846
4.5%
HONOLULU 96847
4.5%
HONOLULU 96848
4.5%
HONOLULU 96849
4.5%
HONOLULU 96850
4.5%
HONOLULU 96853
4.5%
HONOLULU 96854
4.5%
HONOLULU 96857
4.5%
HONOLULU 96858
4.5%
HONOLULU 96859
4.5%
HONOLULU 96860
4.5%
HONOLULU 96861
4.5%
HONOLULU 96863
4.5%

Business Compliance in Hawaii

Businesses operating in Hawaii are required to register for a sales tax permit, collect the correct rate at the point of sale, and remit taxes on a regular filing schedule (monthly, quarterly, or annually depending on volume). Failure to collect and remit the correct amount can result in penalties, interest, and audit exposure from the state revenue department. If you sell online, be aware that economic nexus laws may also require collection in Hawaii if your sales exceed certain thresholds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average sales tax rate in Hawaii?

The average combined sales tax rate in Hawaii is 4.5% as of 2026. This includes state, county, and local taxes.

What is the highest sales tax rate in Hawaii?

The highest combined sales tax rate in Hawaii is 4.5% in HONOLULU (96701).

What is the lowest sales tax rate in Hawaii?

The lowest combined sales tax rate in Hawaii is 4.5% in HONOLULU (96701).

How many tax jurisdictions does Hawaii have?

Hawaii has 136 tracked tax jurisdictions in our database. Each jurisdiction may have a different combined rate due to varying county and city taxes.

Does Hawaii charge sales tax on groceries?

Sales tax rules for groceries vary by state. In many states, unprepared food and grocery items are exempt or taxed at a reduced rate. Check with the Hawaii revenue department for specific exemption details, as rules can change annually.

How do I calculate sales tax in Hawaii?

To calculate sales tax in Hawaii, look up your specific zip code to find the exact combined rate. Multiply the purchase price by that rate. For example, at the average rate of 4.5%, a $100 purchase would incur $4.50 in tax.

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