Rates verified January 2026 · Source: Georgia Dept. of Revenue

Georgia Sales Tax Calculator 2026

4% state · Atlanta / Fulton up to ~8.9% · SPLOST / ELOST / TSPLOST layers · MARTA districts vary

Georgia's state sales tax rate is 4%. Every Georgia county adds its own SPLOST (Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax), pushing most areas to 7-9%. Atlanta reaches 8.9% combined. Use this calculator and edit the rate for your county.

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Quick answer

Use 8.9% as the starting Georgia sales tax rate.

The calculator below lets you add tax to a price or remove tax from a receipt total. Pick a city when available, or type the exact local rate from the official source.

State base rate

Average combined

7.34%

Atlanta rate

8.9% combined

Calculator

City (optional — fills rate)

Sales tax rate — type any % (editable)

Change this anytime — no extra click. Verify final rates with your state or country tax authority.

Amount before tax

Quick amounts

Enter an amount to see the result.

Educational tool only — not tax advice. Confirm rates before filing or pricing for customers.

Georgia combined rates by city — 2026 reference

Atlanta
Fulton County · State 4% + County SPLOST 4% + City 0.9%
8.9%
Savannah
Chatham County · State 4% + County 3%
7%
Augusta
Richmond County · State 4% + County 4%
8%
Columbus
Muscogee County · State 4% + County 4%
8%
Macon
Bibb County · State 4% + County 4%
8%
Athens
Clarke County · State 4% + County 4%
8%
Alpharetta
Fulton County · State 4% + County 3.75%
7.75%
Roswell
Fulton County · State 4% + County 3.75%
7.75%
Sandy Springs
Fulton County · State 4% + County 4.9%
8.9%
Marietta
Cobb County · State 4% + County 3%
7%

ZIP and district rules can differ. Verify on Georgia Dept. of Revenue.

Formula

How to calculate Georgia sales tax

Multiply the taxable price by the combined state and local rate. Then add the tax amount to the original price to get the final checkout total.

Sales tax formula

Sales tax = item price x (rate / 100)

Final total = item price + sales tax

Enter the item price before tax.
Use the city rate above or type the exact local rate from the official source.
Calculate the sales tax amount and final total instantly.

Example	Formula	Tax	Total
$100 purchase in Atlanta	$100.00 x 8.9%	$8.90	$108.90
$250 purchase in Savannah	$250.00 x 7%	$17.50	$267.50
Reverse tax from $108.9 in Atlanta	$108.9 ÷ 1.08900 ≈ $100.00 pre-tax; about $8.90 was sales tax.	$100.00 before tax	$100.00 before tax

Georgia sales tax examples

Common receipt calculations using high-search city rates.

$100 purchase in Atlanta

$108.9 total

$100.00 × 8.9% = $8.90 sales tax in Atlanta, Georgia.

$250 purchase in Savannah

$267.5 total

$250.00 × 7% = $17.50 sales tax in Savannah, Georgia.

Reverse tax from $108.9 in Atlanta

$100.00 before tax

$108.9 ÷ 1.08900 ≈ $100.00 pre-tax; about $8.90 was sales tax.

State rate: 4%

Avg combined: 7.34%

Economic nexus: $100,000 in sales OR 200 transactions

Filing: Monthly or quarterly

How Georgia Sales Tax Works

Georgia starts with a 4% state sales tax, then counties and cities stack voter-approved local option taxes — commonly SPLOST (Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax), ELOST for education, and TSPLOST for transportation. The cumulative local rate is why consumers see 7%–9% combined depending on county. Effective January 2023, Georgia removed the state’s 4% tax on most grocery food ingredients, but local jurisdictions may still impose their portion on food, so "tax-free groceries" is not universal across the state.

Atlanta's Complex Tax Structure

Fulton County and the City of Atlanta layer multiple local programs, including transit-related sales taxes in certain districts, which is why Atlanta proper can approach 8.9% while Alpharetta or Roswell in Fulton may be slightly lower. DeKalb County has its own combinations, so an address on the Perimeter can differ from Midtown. Always use Georgia DOR’s sales tax rate chart by census tract or address for final pricing.

Georgia's SPLOST System Explained

SPLOST revenues must fund voter-specified capital projects — think new schools, courthouses, or roads — and typically require renewal every few years. When voters approve overlapping taxes, retailers must program POS systems with the exact point-in-time rate. E-commerce sellers shipping into Georgia must likewise match destination rates once economic nexus is established.

Georgia Sales Tax Exemptions Worth Knowing

Prescription drugs, many agricultural inputs, and manufacturing machinery can be exempt when rules are met. Nonprofits need exemption certificates. Digital products and streaming are generally taxable at the location rate. After the grocery change, verify whether your county still taxes food at the local level before assuming zero tax at the supermarket.

Atlanta vs Savannah vs Cobb — why rates differ

Fulton County’s stack of local option taxes and transit-related levies pushes Atlanta’s all-in rate above many coastal Georgia cities. Chatham County (Savannah) and Cobb County (Marietta area) illustrate how SPLOST votes change the local add-on over time. When your address sits on a jurisdiction line, use Georgia DOR’s sales tax rate lookup and paste the exact percentage into the calculator for quote-grade accuracy.

Often taxable in Georgia

Most tangible goods
Clothing
Restaurant meals
Digital products
Prepared food

Common exemptions

Groceries (exempted from state 4% since 2023)
Prescription drugs
Agricultural supplies

Common mistakes to avoid

Using only the state rate

Georgia's 4% state rate is only the starting point. Atlanta is 8.9% combined.

Subtracting tax from a gross total

To reverse sales tax, divide by 1 + (rate ÷ 100). Do not subtract the percentage from the tax-inclusive price.

Treating groceries and clothing the same

Exemptions differ by item. Review Georgia rules for food, apparel, medicine, and digital goods before invoicing.

Quoting the average rate for every address

The 7.34% average is useful for estimates; use address-level rates for compliance and customer quotes.

Official Georgia sales tax source

Rates and rules on this page were last reviewed in January 2026 against Georgia Dept. of Revenue. Use the linked authority for filing, registrations, or address-specific compliance.

Rates on this page were compared to Georgia official Department of Revenue publications as of January 2026.
Atlanta is listed at 8.9% combined (State 4% + County SPLOST 4% + City 0.9%). Confirm ZIP-level rates before filing.
Destination-based rules usually apply to shipped orders — use the delivery address rate, not the seller's warehouse rate, unless official guidance says otherwise.

Georgia sales tax — frequently asked questions

Are groceries taxed in Georgia in 2026?

As of January 1, 2023, Georgia eliminated the 4% state sales tax on groceries (unprepared food). Some Georgia counties and cities may still impose local sales taxes on food, so the effective rate depends on your county.

What is SPLOST in Georgia?

SPLOST stands for Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax — an additional 1% (and related layered taxes) that counties can levy for voter-approved capital projects. Most Georgia counties stack SPLOST/ELOST/TSPLOST, which is why local additions often total 3-4%.

What is the sales tax rate in Atlanta?

Atlanta's combined sales tax rate is 8.9% in 2026 for many locations in Fulton County including Atlanta's MARTA-related surcharges — always verify your exact jurisdiction.

Does Georgia tax digital goods?

Yes. Georgia generally taxes electronically delivered software, digital content, and other digital goods at the standard combined rate.

What is the MARTA tax in Atlanta?

The MARTA tax is an additional local sales tax in parts of the Atlanta metro (primarily Fulton and DeKalb) that funds transit — rates vary by jurisdiction; confirm on Georgia DOR materials.

Is clothing taxable in Georgia?

Clothing and footwear are generally taxable in Georgia at the combined state and local rate unless a specific exemption applies.

Does Georgia charge sales tax on online purchases?

Remote sellers and marketplaces that exceed Georgia's economic nexus threshold ($100,000 in sales OR 200 transactions) generally must collect Georgia sales tax based on the delivery address.

How do I reverse Georgia sales tax from a receipt total?

Divide the tax-inclusive total by 1 plus the combined rate as a decimal. At 7.34% combined: $108 ÷ 1.08 ≈ $100 before tax.

Is shipping taxable in Georgia?

Rules differ by state. See our shipping tax calculator and Georgia Department of Revenue guidance to learn whether delivery, freight, and handling are taxable on your order.

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Use the correct Georgia sales tax rate

Use this page for quick Georgia sales tax estimates, receipt checks, and reverse tax calculations. For the most accurate result, choose the closest city rate or verify the exact address-level rate with the official source, then enter that percentage in the calculator.

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Disclaimer: Rates are for informational and educational purposes and may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the official Georgia revenue authority or a qualified professional before filing or making business decisions.