Dayton Ohio Sales Tax Rate 2026: Montgomery County Guide
Dayton Ohio sales tax rate in 2026 is 7.50% — the Montgomery County combined rate. Calculate your total, learn what's taxable, and understand local rules.
Dayton is Ohio's sixth-largest city, located in Montgomery County, which carries a combined Ohio sales tax rate of 7.50% in 2026. Whether you're shopping at the Dayton Mall, running a business in the Miami Valley, or just need to reconcile a receipt, here's everything you need to know about Dayton's sales tax rate.
Calculate Dayton Ohio Sales Tax
Dayton Ohio Sales Tax Rate 2026
Combined rate: 7.50%
| Component | Rate |
|---|---|
| Ohio state base rate | 5.75% |
| Montgomery County add-on | 1.75% |
| Combined Dayton rate | 7.50% |
What Does 7.50% Mean on a Purchase?
On a $100 purchase:
- Tax = $100 × 0.075 = $7.50
- Total = $100 + $7.50 = $107.50
On a $500 purchase:
- Tax = $500 × 0.075 = $37.50
- Total = $500 + $37.50 = $537.50
On a $1,000 purchase:
- Tax = $1,000 × 0.075 = $75.00
- Total = $1,000 + $75.00 = $1,075.00
Areas with the Montgomery County Rate
The 7.50% rate applies throughout Montgomery County, including:
- Dayton (all neighborhoods)
- Kettering
- Huber Heights
- Riverside
- Centerville
- Miamisburg
- Moraine
- Vandalia
- Trotwood
- West Carrollton
Dayton vs. Other Major Ohio Cities
| City | County | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus | Franklin | 8.00% |
| Cleveland | Cuyahoga | 8.00% |
| Cincinnati | Hamilton | 7.80% |
| Toledo | Lucas | 7.75% |
| Dayton | Montgomery | 7.50% |
| Akron | Summit | 6.75% |
Dayton's 7.50% places it in the middle of Ohio's rate range — lower than Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, and Toledo, but higher than Akron and many rural counties.
What Is Taxable in Dayton?
Dayton follows Ohio's statewide rules. Most physical goods are taxable. Key exemptions:
- Exempt: Unprepared groceries, prescription drugs, farm supplies, manufacturing inputs, most medical devices
- Taxable: Clothing, electronics, restaurant meals, alcohol, soft drinks, most physical goods
Read the full breakdown in What Is Taxable in Ohio? and Ohio Sales Tax Exemptions.
Neighboring County Rate Comparison
If you live near Montgomery County borders, the rate you pay may differ by county:
| Neighboring County | Rate | Difference vs. Dayton |
|---|---|---|
| Greene County (Beavercreek) | 6.75% | −0.75% |
| Warren County (Centerville area) | 6.75% | −0.75% |
| Miami County (Troy) | 7.00% | −0.50% |
| Clark County (Springfield) | 7.25% | −0.25% |
On a $30,000 car purchase, the difference between Montgomery County (7.50%) and neighboring Greene County (6.75%) is $225 — a real consideration since Ohio taxes vehicles at your registration county, not the dealer's county.
Reverse Sales Tax in Dayton
To back out the pre-tax price from a Dayton receipt:
Pre-tax price = Total ÷ 1.075
Example: $107.50 total ÷ 1.075 = $100.00 pre-tax
Use the Reverse Sales Tax Calculator for any amount.
Dayton Businesses: Sales Tax Rules
Montgomery County businesses charge 7.50% on taxable sales and remit monthly by the 23rd of each month through the Ohio Business Gateway. Ohio is destination-based: you charge the buyer's county rate on shipped orders.
For economic nexus thresholds and remote-seller rules, see Ohio Sales Tax Nexus for Online Sellers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Dayton Ohio? 7.50% — the combined Montgomery County rate (5.75% state + 1.75% county).
What is the sales tax in Montgomery County Ohio? 7.50% in 2026 — the same rate applies throughout all of Montgomery County.
What is the sales tax on $100 in Dayton? $7.50, making the total $107.50.
How does Dayton sales tax compare to Columbus? Columbus (Franklin County) is 8.00% and Dayton (Montgomery County) is 7.50% — a 0.50 percentage point difference that adds $15 per $3,000 spent.
How do I calculate Dayton Ohio sales tax? Multiply the purchase price by 0.075. Or use the free calculator at the top of this page.
Is there a city sales tax in Dayton? No. Ohio cities do not levy their own sales tax. All Dayton residents and businesses pay the county rate only (7.50% for Montgomery County). Dayton does levy a city income tax, but that is separate from sales tax.
Sources
- Ohio Department of Taxation — Sales Tax Rate Tables
- Montgomery County Auditor
- The Finder — Ohio Address Rate Lookup
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Written by a seasoned Ohio CPA and small-business advisor who has survived more than a few Ohio Department of Taxation audits. These tools and guides distill that hands-on experience so shoppers, sellers, and businesses stay out of trouble and keep more of their own money.