Wisconsin Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax in Wisconsin. 5% state rate + 0.44% average local tax = 5.44% combined rate. Free calculator with city-specific rates and exemption details.
State Rate
5%
Avg Local
0.44%
Combined
5.44%
Highest Rate
5.9%
Average local rate pre-filled. Adjust for your city.
Sales Tax Rates in Major Wisconsin Cities
| City | Combined Rate |
|---|---|
| Milwaukee | 5.9% |
| Madison | 5.5% |
| Green Bay | 5.5% |
| Kenosha | 5.5% |
Quick Reference — Wisconsin at 5.44% Combined Rate
| Purchase | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $0.54 | $10.54 |
| $25.00 | $1.36 | $26.36 |
| $50.00 | $2.72 | $52.72 |
| $100.00 | $5.44 | $105.44 |
| $250.00 | $13.60 | $263.60 |
| $500.00 | $27.20 | $527.20 |
| $1,000.00 | $54.40 | $1054.40 |
| $5,000.00 | $272.00 | $5272.00 |
Wisconsin Sales Tax Guide (2026)
Wisconsin exempts groceries and prescription drugs. Counties can add 0.5% local tax, and most do. Milwaukee County has an additional 0.9% for the Brewers stadium, making it 5.9%.
Tax Exemptions in Wisconsin
- Groceries: Exempt
- Clothing: Taxed
- Prescription drugs: Exempt in Wisconsin
How Wisconsin Sales Tax Works
In Wisconsin, the total sales tax you pay is the sum of the 5% state rate plus any local taxes imposed by your city or county. Local rates vary, with the average being 0.44% for a combined rate of 5.44%. The highest combined rate in Wisconsin is 5.9% (Milwaukee).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin has a 5% state sales tax rate. With average local taxes of 0.44%, the combined rate is 5.44%. Wisconsin exempts groceries and prescription drugs. Counties can add 0.5% local tax, and most do. Milwaukee County has an additional 0.9% for the Brewers stadium, making it 5.9%.
Are groceries taxed in Wisconsin?
Groceries in Wisconsin are exempt. Most unprepared food items are not subject to sales tax.
Is clothing taxed in Wisconsin?
Clothing in Wisconsin is taxed. Standard sales tax rates apply to clothing purchases.
What is the highest sales tax rate in Wisconsin?
The highest combined rate in Wisconsin is 5.9% (Milwaukee). Rates vary by city and county due to local tax additions.
What are sales tax rates in major Wisconsin cities?
Milwaukee (5.9%), Madison (5.5%), Green Bay (5.5%), Kenosha (5.5%).
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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%)
Maryland (6%)
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%)
West Virginia (6.39%)
Wyoming (5.36%)