Denver Sales Tax Calculator 2026
Denver imposes a general city sales tax and a corresponding retailer’s and consumer use tax under the Denver Revised Municipal Code (DRMC) Chapter 53. This page describes the structure of the Denver general sales and use tax system and provides a simplified estimate based on the stated general rate.
Estimates are shown for the 2026 tax year. In cases where official figures have not yet been finalized, calculations are based on the most recently available data and may be updated when final guidance is published.
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Estimated sales tax
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Denver Sales Tax Calculator 2026 – how it works
Denver’s general sales and retailer’s use tax is imposed as a single flat percentage on the taxable amount of qualifying transactions within the city. The system includes both a sales tax applied at the point of sale and a corresponding use tax that applies when sales tax was not collected. Administration and official guidance for this tax system are provided by the City and County of Denver, Department of Finance, Treasury Division.
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A simplified estimate applies the stated flat general rate to the taxable amount of a transaction. The calculation shown by this tool reflects only the general Denver city sales or use tax described under the Denver Revised Municipal Code (DRMC) Chapter 53 and does not incorporate other taxes or charges that may apply outside this scope.
Limitations and important notes
The results shown are simplified estimates based solely on the general Denver city sales and retailer’s and consumer use tax. They do not account for transaction-specific rules, sourcing determinations, exemptions, filing positions, or other taxes that may apply. This content summarizes the general structure of the Denver Sales and Retailer’s Use Tax and is not a substitute for official guidance or legal interpretation.
FAQs about Denver Sales Tax Calculator 2026
What does this Denver sales tax estimate include?
This estimate includes only the general Denver city sales tax and the corresponding retailer’s and consumer use tax imposed under the Denver Revised Municipal Code (DRMC) Chapter 53. No other tax components are included.
Does this calculator include Colorado state or special district taxes?
No. This estimate is limited to the Denver city general sales and use tax system. State-level taxes and special district taxes are not included.
Is Denver’s sales tax calculated using brackets or tiers?
No. The information provided describes a flat-rate structure for Denver’s general city sales and retailer’s and consumer use tax. The same percentage applies to the taxable amount without brackets or progressive tiers.
Why might an actual tax amount differ from this estimate?
Actual tax outcomes can differ due to transaction-specific rules, determinations of taxability, sourcing rules, exemptions, or the application of taxes that are outside the scope of this estimate. This tool reflects only the general Denver city sales and use tax structure.
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Calculations are simplified and for guidance only. Always double-check results and current rules with official sources or a qualified professional before making financial decisions.