Minnesota Sales Tax Rates (2026)
Minnesota (North Star State) has a statewide sales tax of 6.88% and an average combined rate of 7.50% after local taxes. The table below shows every state-level tax that can appear on a Minnesota receipt.
| Tax | Rate |
|---|---|
| State sales tax | 6.88% |
| Average combined (state + local) | 7.50% |
| State Sales Tax | 5.63% |
| Local Lodging Tax | 10.02% |
| Tourism Promotion Tax (varies by city) | 2.02% |
| Grocery food | Minnesota fully exempts grocery food from state sales tax. |
What Must Appear on a Minnesota Receipt
Minnesota does not mandate a specific receipt format for most retail transactions, but receipts used for tax deductions, expense reports, or insurance claims should include:
- Vendor name and address (the Minnesota business location)
- Transaction date and time
- Itemized list of purchases with individual prices
- Subtotal, sales tax amount, and total
- Payment method (cash, card type, last 4 digits)
- For lodging: separate breakdown of room rate vs. each lodging tax
Sales Tax by Scenario in Minnesota
Grocery purchases
Minnesota fully exempts grocery food from state sales tax.
Restaurant meals
Prepared food and restaurant meals in Minnesota are subject to the full 6.88% state sales tax plus any local meal tax. Tips are not taxable and should be added after the tax line.
Hotel and lodging
Hotel receipts in Minnesota typically show: room rate, state sales tax, and the lodging-specific taxes shown above. Total tax burden on a hotel night can reach approximately 24.54%.
Major Cities in Minnesota
Sales tax varies by city and county across Minnesota. The five largest metros where receipts are commonly issued:
Popular Receipt Templates for Minnesota
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax in Minnesota?
The statewide sales tax rate in Minnesota is 6.88%. After local sales taxes are added, the average combined rate is 7.50%. The exact rate on any specific purchase depends on the city and county where it was made.
How do I calculate Minnesota sales tax?
Multiply the purchase amount by the Minnesota sales tax rate. For a $100 purchase at the 6.88% state rate: tax = $6.88. Add any local sales tax for an accurate total. Use the calculator at the top of this page for an instant city-level breakdown.
Are groceries taxed in Minnesota?
Minnesota fully exempts grocery food from state sales tax. Restaurant prepared food is always taxed at the full state rate regardless of grocery exemption status.
What is the hotel tax rate in Minnesota?
Hotel and lodging in Minnesota is subject to 6.88% state sales tax plus lodging-specific taxes: State Sales Tax (5.63%), Local Lodging Tax (10.02%), Tourism Promotion Tax (varies by city) (2.02%). Combined hotel tax burden reaches approximately 24.54%.
How do I create a Minnesota-compliant receipt?
Use the ReceiptEdit receipt maker. It supports Minnesota sales tax rates and itemized receipts that meet expense report, tax deduction, and insurance claim requirements. Pre-fill the calculator above to send the amount + tax directly into the receipt builder.
Are digital receipts legal in Minnesota?
Yes. Minnesota accepts digital receipts (PDF, email confirmations, app screenshots) for sales tax records, returns, and IRS deductions, as long as they clearly show vendor, date, items, tax breakdown, and total. The IRS treats digital and paper receipts as equally valid.
What if my Minnesota receipt is missing tax information?
Minnesota retailers must show sales tax separately on receipts above a basic minimum. If the tax line is missing, request a corrected receipt from the merchant. For expense reimbursement or audits, use the receipt maker on this page to generate a properly formatted replacement with the correct Minnesota tax breakdown.
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