Maine Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax in Maine. 5.5% state rate + 0% average local tax = 5.5% combined rate. Free calculator with city-specific rates and exemption details.
State Rate
5.5%
Avg Local
0%
Combined
5.5%
Highest Rate
10%
Average local rate pre-filled. Adjust for your city.
Sales Tax Rates in Major Maine Cities
| City | Combined Rate |
|---|---|
| Portland | 5.5% |
| Lewiston | 5.5% |
| Bangor | 5.5% |
| South Portland | 5.5% |
Quick Reference — Maine at 5.5% Combined Rate
| Purchase | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $0.55 | $10.55 |
| $25.00 | $1.38 | $26.38 |
| $50.00 | $2.75 | $52.75 |
| $100.00 | $5.50 | $105.50 |
| $250.00 | $13.75 | $263.75 |
| $500.00 | $27.50 | $527.50 |
| $1,000.00 | $55.00 | $1055.00 |
| $5,000.00 | $275.00 | $5275.00 |
Maine Sales Tax Guide (2026)
Maine has a simple 5.5% statewide rate with no local additions. Groceries are exempt. Short-term lodging and prepared food are taxed at 8%. The state also taxes auto rentals at 10%.
Tax Exemptions in Maine
- Groceries: Exempt
- Clothing: Taxed
- Prescription drugs: Exempt in Maine
How Maine Sales Tax Works
In Maine, the total sales tax you pay is the sum of the 5.5% state rate plus any local taxes imposed by your city or county. Local rates vary, with the average being 0% for a combined rate of 5.5%. The highest combined rate in Maine is 10% (auto rentals).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Maine?
Maine has a 5.5% state sales tax rate. With average local taxes of 0%, the combined rate is 5.5%. Maine has a simple 5.5% statewide rate with no local additions. Groceries are exempt. Short-term lodging and prepared food are taxed at 8%. The state also taxes auto rentals at 10%.
Are groceries taxed in Maine?
Groceries in Maine are exempt. Most unprepared food items are not subject to sales tax.
Is clothing taxed in Maine?
Clothing in Maine is taxed. Standard sales tax rates apply to clothing purchases.
What is the highest sales tax rate in Maine?
The highest combined rate in Maine is 10% (auto rentals). Rates vary by city and county due to local tax additions.
What are sales tax rates in major Maine cities?
Portland (5.5%), Lewiston (5.5%), Bangor (5.5%), South Portland (5.5%).
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California (8.82%)
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Connecticut (6.35%)
Delaware (0%)
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Hawaii (4.44%)
Iowa (6.94%)
Idaho (6.03%)
Illinois (8.74%)
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Kansas (8.69%)
Kentucky (6%)
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Massachusetts (6.25%)
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Michigan (6%)
Minnesota (7.455%)
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Mississippi (7.07%)
Montana (0%)
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Nebraska (6.94%)
New Hampshire (0%)
New Jersey (6.625%)
New Mexico (7.565%)
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Ohio (7.23%)
Oklahoma (8.94%)
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Pennsylvania (6.34%)
Rhode Island (7%)
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