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Sales & Use Tax

Effective April 1, 2025, the overall sales tax rate in the City of Arcata is 10.25%. It is comprised of three separate tax rates: 7.25% is the basic Bradley Burns state’s sales tax, 1.50% is the City’s additional transactions and use tax, and 1.50% is the County’s additional transactions and use tax. In order to determine if an address is located in the City of Arcata limits and is subject to the City's transactions and use tax, please check the City of Arcata Street Address List.

California Department of Tax and Fee Administration

For information on collecting and remitting local, county and state sales and use taxes in California, please visit the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) website. The CDTFA may also be reached by phone at 1-800-400-7115.

For assistance in determining permits that may be needed to start, expand or relocate your business, please visit the CalGold website at https://www.calgold.ca.gov/.
California City & County Sales & Use Tax Rates - https://www.cdtfa.ca.gov/taxes-and-fees/sales-use-tax-rates.htm
California Department of Tax and Fee Administration – www.cdtfa.ca.gov
CDTFA Forms & Publications - https://www.cdtfa.ca.gov/formspubs/
CDTFA Tax Education Programs - https://www.cdtfa.ca.gov/seminar/