Due Dates and Tax Rates
Due Dates
Sales Tax due dates depend on how frequently you file your return:
Monthly | 20th day of the month following the end of the reporting period |
Quarterly | 20th day of the month following the end of the quarter (January 20, April 20, July 20, October 20) |
Annually | January 20 |
Tax Rates
State Tax | The sales tax rate on food is 4%. The general sale tax rate for most tangible personal property and taxable services is 7%. A few products and services have special tax rates. |
Local Tax Rates | All local jurisdictions in Tennessee have a local sales and use tax rate. The local rate may not be higher than 2.75%. More information about local taxes can be found here. |
State Single Article Rates | 2.75% on any single item sold in excess of $1,600, but not more than $3,200. |