Sales Tax by Industry

Industry-specific sales tax rules for businesses that don't fit the generic e-commerce model — restaurants, beauty services, construction, creators, and more.

• Sales Tax for Restaurants and Food Service

  How sales tax applies to restaurants, cafes, food trucks, and catering — prepared food rules, tips handling, third-party delivery apps, and state-by-state variations.

• Haircut, Nail, and Salon Sales Tax Guide

  Are haircuts taxed? Do nail salons charge sales tax? See when salon services, pedicures, skincare, retail products, and booth renters are taxable.

• Sales Tax for Construction and Home Improvement Contractors

  Construction contractors face the most complex sales tax rules in the US economy — capital improvements, repairs, materials vs labor, and contractor vs retailer classifications.

• Sales Tax for Digital Creators, Influencers, and Online Course Sellers

  Creators selling courses, eBooks, templates, presets, memberships, and sponsored content face specific sales tax rules that differ from traditional e-commerce.

• Sales Tax for Food Delivery Services (DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub)

  Who collects sales tax on DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub orders depends on state law, the platform agreement, the delivery business model, and each charge on the receipt.