Maryland Sales Tax Calculator 2026 — 6% Rate
Calculate Maryland sales tax on any purchase instantly. The sales tax rate is 6% statewide and Maryland has no county or city sales tax, so 6% is the rate at every checkout in the state. Enter a price to add the tax, or a receipt total to remove it — all calculated privately in your browser.
Maryland Sales Tax Rate: State vs Combined
The Maryland sales tax rate is 6%. Maryland does not allow counties or cities to add a local sales tax, so the rate is the same everywhere in the state: a $100 purchase costs $106.00. The Tax Foundation's table of rates as of July 1, 2026 lists the same 6% as both the state rate and the combined rate.
What Is and Isn't Taxed in Maryland
Maryland exempts grocery food from sales tax; prepared food is taxable. Clothing is taxed at 6% — Maryland has no general clothing exemption. The exception is Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week (August 9–15 in 2026), when clothing and footwear priced at $100 or less per item, and the first $40 of a backpack, are exempt. Prescription drugs are exempt from Maryland sales tax.
How to Calculate Maryland Sales Tax
To calculate Maryland sales tax, multiply the purchase price by 6%. Example: a $200 purchase × 6% = $12.00 in tax = $212.00 total. To work back from a receipt total to the pre-tax price, divide the total by 1.06 — the reverse mode above does this for you.
Tips for Accurate Sales Tax Calculations
There is no local rate to confirm in Maryland — 6% applies statewide, so the checkout rate should match this calculator exactly. If a receipt shows more, the extra is a separate excise or category rate, not a local sales tax. Keep receipts that show the tax rate used; this helps verify correct tax was charged and supports any refund claims for exempt purchases. If you are making a business purchase, check whether your state offers a sales tax exemption certificate to avoid paying tax on resale items.
Last updated: October 2026. Sources: Tax Foundation, State and Local Sales Tax Rates, Midyear 2026 (rates as of July 1, 2026); Comptroller of Maryland; Comptroller of Maryland — Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week 2026 FAQ.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Maryland?
The Maryland sales tax rate is 6%. Maryland has no county or city sales tax, so 6% is the total rate everywhere in the state.
Does Maryland tax groceries?
No. Grocery food is exempt from Maryland sales tax. Prepared food and restaurant meals are taxed at 6%.
Is clothing taxed in Maryland?
Yes, at 6%. Maryland has no general clothing exemption. During Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week (August 9–15 in 2026) clothing and footwear priced at $100 or less per item are exempt, as is the first $40 of a backpack.
What is the combined sales tax rate in Maryland?
It is 6% — the same as the state rate, because Maryland does not allow local sales taxes. The Tax Foundation's table of rates as of July 1, 2026 lists 6% as both the state rate and the combined rate.
How do I calculate sales tax in Maryland?
Multiply the purchase price by 0.06. Example: $50 × 0.06 = $3.00 tax, total $53.00. To remove tax from a total, divide the total by 1.06.