Maryland Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax in Maryland. 6% state rate + 0% average local tax = 6% combined rate. Free calculator with city-specific rates and exemption details.
State Rate
6%
Avg Local
0%
Combined
6%
Highest Rate
9%
Average local rate pre-filled. Adjust for your city.
Sales Tax Rates in Major Maryland Cities
| City | Combined Rate |
|---|---|
| Baltimore | 6% |
| Columbia | 6% |
| Silver Spring | 6% |
| Annapolis | 6% |
Quick Reference — Maryland at 6% Combined Rate
| Purchase | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $0.60 | $10.60 |
| $25.00 | $1.50 | $26.50 |
| $50.00 | $3.00 | $53.00 |
| $100.00 | $6.00 | $106.00 |
| $250.00 | $15.00 | $265.00 |
| $500.00 | $30.00 | $530.00 |
| $1,000.00 | $60.00 | $1060.00 |
| $5,000.00 | $300.00 | $5300.00 |
Maryland Sales Tax Guide (2026)
Maryland has a flat 6% rate with no local additions. Both groceries and clothing are exempt from sales tax. Alcoholic beverages are taxed at 9%. Maryland also has a digital advertising tax, the first of its kind.
Tax Exemptions in Maryland
- Groceries: Exempt
- Clothing: Exempt
- Prescription drugs: Exempt in Maryland
How Maryland Sales Tax Works
In Maryland, the total sales tax you pay is the sum of the 6% 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 6%. The highest combined rate in Maryland is 9% (alcohol).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Maryland?
Maryland has a 6% state sales tax rate. With average local taxes of 0%, the combined rate is 6%. Maryland has a flat 6% rate with no local additions. Both groceries and clothing are exempt from sales tax. Alcoholic beverages are taxed at 9%. Maryland also has a digital advertising tax, the first of its kind.
Are groceries taxed in Maryland?
Groceries in Maryland are exempt. Most unprepared food items are not subject to sales tax.
Is clothing taxed in Maryland?
Clothing in Maryland is exempt. This exemption helps reduce the cost of essential apparel.
What is the highest sales tax rate in Maryland?
The highest combined rate in Maryland is 9% (alcohol). Rates vary by city and county due to local tax additions.
What are sales tax rates in major Maryland cities?
Baltimore (6%), Columbia (6%), Silver Spring (6%), Annapolis (6%).
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Sales Tax in Other States
Alaska (1.76%)
Alabama (9.24%)
Arkansas (9.44%)
Arizona (8.37%)
California (8.82%)
Colorado (7.77%)
Connecticut (6.35%)
Delaware (0%)
Florida (7.01%)
Georgia (7.29%)
Hawaii (4.44%)
Iowa (6.94%)
Idaho (6.03%)
Illinois (8.74%)
Indiana (7%)
Kansas (8.69%)
Kentucky (6%)
Louisiana (9.55%)
Massachusetts (6.25%)
Maine (5.5%)
Michigan (6%)
Minnesota (7.455%)
Missouri (8.285%)
Mississippi (7.07%)
Montana (0%)
North Carolina (6.97%)
North Dakota (6.96%)
Nebraska (6.94%)
New Hampshire (0%)
New Jersey (6.625%)
New Mexico (7.565%)
Nevada (8.23%)
New York (8.52%)
Ohio (7.23%)
Oklahoma (8.94%)
Oregon (0%)
Pennsylvania (6.34%)
Rhode Island (7%)
South Carolina (7.43%)
South Dakota (6.4%)
Tennessee (9.548%)
Texas (8.19%)
Utah (7.19%)
Virginia (5.75%)
Vermont (6.18%)
Washington (9.29%)
Wisconsin (5.44%)
West Virginia (6.39%)
Wyoming (5.36%)