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New York Sales Tax

On this page you will find handy sales and use tax information about New York.

How to use this page:

We’ve pulled in the information from all our Charts for a consolidated view by state.  Here you can see the sales tax rates and if the state has remote seller nexus rules. You can also see any sales tax holidays or amnesty programs that may exist, though these do not apply to all states.

Below the chart you can find any News & Tip item we have published that relates to New York that you can filter by topic. This will help you get informed on current and past legislation that has passed in the state.

State Sales Tax Rates
State Rate

4.000%
Range of Local Rates

0% – 5% Some local jurisdictions do not impose a sales tax.
Local Rates Apply to Use Tax

Yes
Remote Seller Nexus Rules
CLICK-THROUGH NEXUS

5/8/2008
AFFILIATE NEXUS

6/1/2009
ECONOMIC NEXUS

6/21/2018 – see state notice
MARKETPLACE NEXUS

6/1/2019
Administration Information
Streamlined Sales Tax Status

Advisory State
NUMBER OF TAXING AUTHORITIES

82 Sales Tax Jurisdictions

HOME RULE AUTHORITIES

N/A
Sales Tax Sourcing (Intrastate)

Destination
Sales Tax Return Due Date

Monthly filers: 20th of month following reporting period. Quarterly filers: last day of month following reporting period
Exemption Information
RESALE CERTIFICATE

New York Resale Certificate
TYPES OF EXEMPTIONS

Product types of exemptions: qualifying tractors, trailers, semitrailers, or omnibuses; promotional materials and associated services; computer system hardware; textbooks for college students; operators of internet data centers; capital improvement services; property and certain services for farm production or commercial horse boarding; purchase of a racehorse; purchases relating to guide, hearing, and service dogs; residential use of energy; and various others

 

Entity types of exemptions: Contractors; exempt organizations purchases; hotel rooms used by veterans; hotel rooms used by New York State or federal employees; certain property or services delivered on a Reservation; state or federal purchase orders

 

New York Exemption Certificate Forms
State Links
State Tax Web Page

New York State Department of Taxation and Finance
Rate Look-Up Page

New York Sales Tax Look-Up
Registration Link

Register for New York Sales Tax
History & Fun Facts
HISTORY

  • The New York state sales and compensating use taxes on tangible personal property were effective August 1, 1965. Before that time, tax was imposed by the state and 12 other local governments.
  • New York was an early adopter of “Amazon laws.” In 2008, the state amended its sales and use tax law to expand the state’s definition of nexus to include companies that do not have physical presence other than in-state affiliates.
FUN FACTS
  • New York taxes prepared food items. In 2010, this tax was brought to people’s attention because it was affecting a New York favorite: the bagel. Bagels bought whole and taken away are not taxed. However, bagels that are sliced, toasted, or served with a “schmear” such as cream cheese cross the line into being prepared food and are subject to sales tax.
  • New York has an excellent FAQ on what is considered a sandwich for tax purposes.

New York Enacts Marketplace Nexus Provisions

As part of its 2019-2020 budget package, New York has enacted marketplace nexus provisions, effective June 1, 2019.

Certain Cleaning Services Exempt from New York Sales Tax

A taxpayer’s carpet cleaning services are exempt from New York sales tax, but its other cleaning services and floor repair services are subject to sales tax.

House Introduces Online Sales Simplicity and Small Business Relief Act of 2018

On September 13, 2018, Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI) and additional U.S. House members introduced the Online Sales Simplicity and Small Business Relief Act of 2018.

Remote Seller Resources

Comprehensive list of resources for remote sellers following the South Dakota v. Wayfair Supreme Court decision – including state notices, videos, articles, training opportunities, and more.

U.S. Supreme Court Issues Decision In South Dakota v. Wayfair

On June 21, 2018, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision in the South Dakota v. Wayfair case, ruling in favor of South Dakota and overturning Quill’s physical presence rule.

South Dakota v. Wayfair Analysis & Predictions: Sales Tax Experts Weigh-In

Sales tax experts lend their insight into and predictions for one of the most important U.S. Supreme Court decisions regarding sales tax in decades, South Dakota v. Wayfair.

Non-Member Fees for Club Services Exempt in New York

New York has issued an advisory opinion concluding that fees paid by non-members of a social club for services provided by the club are not subject to sales tax.

Record Number of Sellers Participate in 2017 MTC Amnesty Program

The volume of applicants for the 2017 online marketplace seller tax amnesty program overwhelmed the Multistate Tax Commission.

Multistate Tax Commission Announces Tax Amnesty Program for Online Sellers

The MTC organized a tax amnesty program for online sellers, running from August 17 to November 1, 2017. The voluntary disclosure program allowed sellers to start remitting sales tax on future sales without penalty or liability for unpaid, prior accumulated sales tax in 25 participating states.

No Regulation Without Representation Act of 2017 Introduced

Under the proposed House bill, a state may tax or regulate a person’s activity in interstate commerce only when the person is physically present in the state during the period in which the tax or regulation is imposed.

Congress Introduces Marketplace Fairness Act of 2017 and Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2017

Introduced on April 27, 2017, the Marketplace Fairness Act of 2017, if enacted, would authorize states meeting certain requirements to require remote sellers that do not meet a small seller exception to collect their state and local sales and use taxes.

New York Announces Cap for Sales Tax Exemption for Electronic News Services

New York provides an exemption from sales and use taxes on certain electronic news services. To qualify for the exemption, the service must be sold at or below a cap amount.

New York Reduces Reach Back Period for Unclaimed Property Voluntary Compliance Program

Amazon.com entered a voluntary sales tax collection agreement with Wyoming. Amazon will begin collecting Wyoming sales tax on its sales to Wyoming consumers and businesses beginning March 1, 2017.

Online Sales Simplification Act of 2016 Discussion Draft is Introduced

The proposed legislation would implement a “hybrid origin” approach for remote sales. States could impose sales tax on remote sales if the origin state participates in a clearinghouse.

No Regulation Without Representation Act of 2016 Introduced

Taking the opposite approach of the Marketplace Fairness Act and Remote Transactions Parity Act, the proposed bill would limit the ability of states to require remote sellers to collect use tax. However, the bill failed to pass.

New York Issues Guidance on Method to Determine Delivery Location for Credit Rating Services

New York outlined method to use to determine the delivery location of credit rating services, effective 09/01/15. More…

Reception Services Provided by Security Company Exempt in New York

A security company’s reception services were exempt from New York sales tax. More…

Real-Time Web Analytics Data Service is Nontaxable in New York

A company’s real-time web analytics data services were not subject to New York sales and use tax. More…

Congress Approves Permanent Extension of Internet Tax Freedom Act

Congress approved a permanent extension of the Internet Tax Freedom Act, signed into law by the President 02/24/16. More…

Internet Tax Freedom Act Extended Through October 1, 2016

The President signed an act to extend the Internet Tax Freedom Act through 10/01/16. More…

New York Enacts Exemption for Electricity Sold Under Solar Power Purchase Agreements

New York enacted a sales and use tax exemption for electricity sold under solar power purchase agreements, effective 12/01/15. More…

Internet Tax Freedom Act Extended Until December 11, 2015

U.S. House of Representatives passed a provision to extend the Internet Tax Freedom Act until 12/11/15. More…

House Introduces Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015

U.S. House of Representatives introduced the Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 on 06/15/15. More…

Senate Introduces Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015

On March 10, 2015, a bipartisan group of senators introduced the Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015.