Palmdale, Lancaster Sales Tax Jumps to 11.75%

Palmdale, Calif. — Shoppers in Palmdale and Lancaster will now pay a combined 11.75% sales tax, effective today October 1, 2026.

The new rate means a $100 taxable purchase will cost approximately $111.75, including $11.75 in sales tax. A $500 taxable purchase would include about $58.75 in sales tax.

The increase includes Los Angeles County’s Measure ER, which adds a temporary 0.5% countywide sales tax. The measure was approved by Los Angeles County voters in the June 2026 election.

Both Palmdale and Lancaster now have an 11.75% combined sales tax rate. California’s statewide base sales tax is 7.25%, with local and district taxes added depending on location.