Maine sales tax at a glance
Maine's typical combined rate of 5.5% ranks 43th highest among the 50 states. Maine has a single statewide 5.5% rate with no local sales taxes.
What sales tax adds at the register
At the average combined rate of 5.5%:
| Price | Sales tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $25 | $1.38 | $26.38 |
| $100 | $5.50 | $105.50 |
| $500 | $27.50 | $527.50 |
| $2,000 | $110.00 | $2,110.00 |
Frequently asked questions
+What is the sales tax in Maine in 2026?
Maine charges a single statewide rate of 5.5% with no local sales taxes, so every purchase in the state is taxed the same. Maine has a single statewide 5.5% rate with no local sales taxes.
+How do I calculate Maine sales tax backwards from a total?
Divide the total by 1 plus the rate as a decimal. At 5.5%, a $105.50 total means a $100.00 price and $5.50 tax. Choose "Total after tax (reverse)" above to do it automatically.
+Do online orders charge Maine sales tax?
Yes. Since the Wayfair decision, large online sellers must collect Maine sales tax based on your delivery address — the same state rate you'd pay in a store.
+Is the rate the same everywhere in Maine?
Yes — Maine is one of the states with a uniform statewide rate and no local add-ons.
Rates as of July 1, 2026, from state revenue departments compiled by the Tax Foundation; local averages are population-weighted. Product exemptions (groceries, clothing, medicine) vary by state. Estimates only — see our terms.