Delaware currently has no state-level sales tax.
The total rate you that should collect depends on your exact location — counties, cities, and special districts can stack additional taxes. While most transactions are tax-free, rules and exemptions can vary — it's always best to verify your specific obligations.
Delaware currently has no state or local sales taxes on most goods and services. However, specific products or circumstances may still have tax obligations — we recommend verifying your requirements.
Taxwire provides rooftop-level tax rate coverage for approximately 57 cities and localities in Delaware. Our database is updated regularly to reflect the latest rate changes at state, county, city, and special district levels.
| City | Min combined rate |
|---|---|
| Wilmington | 0.000% |
| Dover | 0.000% |
| Newark | 0.000% |
| Middletown | 0.000% |
| Milford | 0.000% |
| Smyrna | 0.000% |
| Seaford | 0.000% |
| Georgetown | 0.000% |
| Millsboro | 0.000% |
| Elsmere | 0.000% |
Showing the 10 most populous cities in Delaware.
Delaware allows local governments to levy additional sales taxes on top of the state rate. This means the total sales tax you collect or pay depends on the specific address of the transaction — not just the city or ZIP code. Two businesses on opposite sides of the same street can have different tax obligations if they fall in different jurisdictions.
This is why accurate, address-level tax calculation matters. A single ZIP code in Delaware can contain multiple tax rates.
Staying compliant with Delaware sales tax can be complex — rates change, rules vary by product, and you need to track nexus across multiple jurisdictions. Taxwire automates sales tax calculation, filing, and remittance so you never miss a deadline.