Sales tax for ZIP code 80235
The combined sales tax rate for ZIP code 80235 is about 9.15%, and ranges from 7.5% to 9.15% depending on the street address.
How the combined rate in ZIP code 80235 is made up
Each government below levies its own share. A seller collects them together at the till and passes each share to the authority that levied it.
| Jurisdiction | Type | Rate | Effective | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado | state | 2.9% | Jan 1, 2001 | Colorado jurisdiction codes and rates |
| Denver | city | 6.25% | Jul 1, 2026 | Colorado jurisdiction codes and rates |
| Lakewood | city | 4.6% | Jul 1, 2026 | Colorado jurisdiction codes and rates |
No total is shown because more than one city is listed. An address falls inside only one of each, so these shares are alternatives rather than a stack, and adding them all up would give a figure nobody pays.
What can change the tax you pay in ZIP code 80235
- Your exact address. Denver and Lakewood cover only part of this area, so an address inside them is taxed differently from one just outside. A ZIP code is a postal delivery route and was never drawn to follow tax boundaries.
- What you are buying. Categories are not taxed alike. The calculator switches between general merchandise, prepared food and lodging, which are the categories we hold rates for here.
Why nearby places pay a different rate
Elsewhere in CO the combined rate is commonly 8.2% (50 ZIP codes), 7.9% (32 ZIP codes), 4.9% (30 ZIP codes) or 6.9% (25 ZIP codes). The difference is which county, city and special districts an address falls inside, not how far apart they are.
How sales tax is collected
The seller generally collects the tax from the buyer at the point of sale and passes it to the authorities that levied it. In most states it is added at the till rather than included in the advertised price. Read how sales tax works, including sourcing rules, online purchases and who is required to collect.
Rates last verified: Sep 4, 2026. This is when the source was last read, not when this page was last edited.
TaxAndTips provides informational estimates from published tax-rate data. Actual tax treatment can depend on the product or service, the exact address, the transaction, exemption status and applicable law. For official obligations, consult the taxing authority or a qualified tax professional.
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