Massachusetts sales tax at a glance
Massachusetts's typical combined rate of 6.25% ranks 35th highest among the 50 states. Massachusetts has a single statewide 6.25% rate; clothing under $175 is exempt.
What sales tax adds at the register
At the average combined rate of 6.25%:
| Price | Sales tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $25 | $1.56 | $26.56 |
| $100 | $6.25 | $106.25 |
| $500 | $31.25 | $531.25 |
| $2,000 | $125.00 | $2,125.00 |
Frequently asked questions
+What is the sales tax in Massachusetts in 2026?
Massachusetts charges a single statewide rate of 6.25% with no local sales taxes, so every purchase in the state is taxed the same. Massachusetts has a single statewide 6.25% rate; clothing under $175 is exempt.
+How do I calculate Massachusetts sales tax backwards from a total?
Divide the total by 1 plus the rate as a decimal. At 6.25%, a $106.25 total means a $100.00 price and $6.25 tax. Choose "Total after tax (reverse)" above to do it automatically.
+Do online orders charge Massachusetts sales tax?
Yes. Since the Wayfair decision, large online sellers must collect Massachusetts sales tax based on your delivery address — the same state rate you'd pay in a store.
+Is the rate the same everywhere in Massachusetts?
Yes — Massachusetts 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.