Indiana Sales Tax Guide for Small Businesses
Everything you need to know about sales tax in Indiana — rates, deadlines, exemptions, and how to stay compliant without the headache.
Last updated March 2026
Quick Facts
Indiana Sales Tax Rates
Indiana's state sales tax rate is 7.00%. Indiana does not levy additional local sales taxes, so the rate is the same statewide.
Filing Deadlines & Frequency
Filing Frequency
Monthly, Quarterly, or Annual — assigned by IN DOR based on tax liability
Due Dates
20th of the month after the reporting period (30th for annual filers)
File Online
Indiana Department of Revenue — INTIME: https://intime.dor.in.gov/
What's Taxable for Restaurants & Food Businesses
Vendor Discount
Indiana offers a vendor discount
0.73% of tax due (collection allowance) if filed and paid on time
This is money back in your pocket for filing on time. TaxAside files on time, every time — so you capture this discount automatically.
Penalties for Late Filing
Late Filing Penalty
10% of tax due
Interest
Adjusted rate set by IN DOR, typically federal rate + 3%
Miss a deadline and Indianastarts charging penalties and interest immediately. That adds up fast on a busy restaurant's tax bill.
TaxAside's On-Time Guarantee covers up to $5,000 in penalties if we ever file late.
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How TaxAside Helps in Indiana
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- On-Time Guarantee covers up to $5,000 in penalties if we're ever late filing your Indiana return.
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