What this tracks
This dataset records sales tax rates and boundaries across Nebraska, including state, county, and city-level rates.
Why it matters to you
If you run a business in Nebraska, this data tells you exactly what sales tax rate to charge customers based on your location. For example, a coffee shop owner in Omaha would use this to confirm whether their baked goods are taxed at the general rate (5.5%) or a lower food/drug rate. Residents can also check if moving just outside city limits would reduce their sales tax burden on major purchases.
How to read this data
TotalRate — The combined sales tax percentage you’ll pay. Sample value: 5.5 means 5.5% tax.
FoodDrugTaxRateIntrastate — Lower rate applied to qualifying grocery items. Sample value: 0.055 means 5.5%.
CityName — Which municipality’s rates apply. Sample value: “Nebraska” indicates state-wide rates.
Try it yourself
Check the current sales tax rate for your Nebraska address by cross-referencing the CityName field with your municipality’s boundaries in the dataset.