Maine Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate Maine sales tax instantly. State rate: 5.5%. Combined with local taxes up to 5.50%. Free calculator.
How This Calculator Works
Calculation methodology and assumptions
Maine's state sales tax rate is 5.5%. Local jurisdictions (cities and counties) may add up to 0%, bringing the maximum combined rate to 5.50%. Some items like groceries and prescription drugs may be exempt or taxed at lower rates depending on the jurisdiction.
Key State Information
Maine state sales tax: 5.5%. Maximum local add-on: 0%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Maine?
Maine's state sales tax rate is 5.5%. Adding local taxes, the combined rate can reach up to 5.50% depending on your city and county.
Does Maine tax groceries?
Maine generally exempts most unprepared food items from sales tax, though prepared foods/restaurant meals are taxable.
Are there sales tax holidays in Maine?
Maine does not currently offer sales tax holidays.