Alabama Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax in Alabama. 4% state rate + 5.24% average local tax = 9.24% combined rate. Free calculator with city-specific rates and exemption details.
Sales Tax Rates in Major Alabama Cities
| City | Combined Rate |
|---|---|
| Birmingham | 10% |
| Montgomery | 10% |
| Mobile | 10% |
| Huntsville | 9% |
Quick Reference — Alabama at 9.24% Combined Rate
| Purchase | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $0.92 | $10.92 |
| $25.00 | $2.31 | $27.31 |
| $50.00 | $4.62 | $54.62 |
| $100.00 | $9.24 | $109.24 |
| $250.00 | $23.10 | $273.10 |
| $500.00 | $46.20 | $546.20 |
| $1,000.00 | $92.40 | $1092.40 |
| $5,000.00 | $462.00 | $5462.00 |
Alabama Sales Tax Guide (2026)
Alabama is one of the few states that taxes groceries at the full rate. Combined state and local rates can exceed 11% in some cities. Birmingham and Montgomery have high local add-ons.
Tax Exemptions in Alabama
- Groceries: Full rate
- Clothing: Taxed
- Prescription drugs: Exempt in Alabama
How Alabama Sales Tax Works
In Alabama, the total sales tax you pay is the sum of the 4% state rate plus any local taxes imposed by your city or county. Local rates vary, with the average being 5.24% for a combined rate of 9.24%. The highest combined rate in Alabama is 11% (some municipalities).
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About this page: Alabama Sales Tax Calculator — 9.24% Rate (2026) is designed to help visitors make faster, better-informed decisions without creating an account or giving up personal data.
This estimate uses current federal and/or state tax assumptions, common filing-status logic, and the inputs you enter. It does not reproduce your exact payroll system, year-to-date withholding history, or every local tax rule.
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Last updated: March 9, 2026 · Author: CalcSharp Editorial Team · Reviewed by: CalcSharp Finance Review Desk
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