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

Maryland Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Flat 6% statewide · no county or city additions · same rate everywhere

Maryland has a flat 6% state sales tax with no county or local additions. Every purchase in Maryland — whether in Baltimore, Annapolis, Rockville, or Silver Spring — is taxed at exactly 6%. No local variations exist.

State guide Shipping rules Grocery tax Reverse formula

Quick answer

Use 6% as the starting Maryland 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

Baltimore rate

6% 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.

Maryland combined rates by city — 2026 reference

Baltimore
Baltimore City County · State 6% only — no local additions in Maryland
6%
Columbia
Howard County · State 6% only
6%
Silver Spring
Montgomery County · State 6% only
6%
Annapolis
Anne Arundel County · State 6% only
6%
Rockville
Montgomery County · State 6% only
6%
Frederick
Frederick County · State 6% only
6%
Germantown
Montgomery County · State 6% only
6%
Gaithersburg
Montgomery County · State 6% only
6%
Bethesda
Montgomery County · State 6% only
6%
Hagerstown
Washington County · State 6% only
6%

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

Formula

How to calculate Maryland 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 Baltimore	$100.00 x 6%	$6.00	$106.00
$250 purchase in Columbia	$250.00 x 6%	$15.00	$265.00
Reverse tax from $106 in Baltimore	$106 ÷ 1.06000 ≈ $100.00 pre-tax; about $6.00 was sales tax.	$100.00 before tax	$100.00 before tax

Maryland sales tax examples

Common receipt calculations using high-search city rates.

$100 purchase in Baltimore

$106 total

$100.00 × 6% = $6.00 sales tax in Baltimore, Maryland.

$250 purchase in Columbia

$265 total

$250.00 × 6% = $15.00 sales tax in Columbia, Maryland.

Reverse tax from $106 in Baltimore

$100.00 before tax

$106 ÷ 1.06000 ≈ $100.00 pre-tax; about $6.00 was sales tax.

State rate: 6%

Avg combined: 6%

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

Filing: Monthly, Quarterly, or Annual

Maryland Sales Tax — Uniform and Simple

Maryland applies a clean 6% uniform sales tax to all taxable purchases statewide. No county or local additions — the rate is 6% everywhere. Most groceries and prescription drugs are exempt.

Maryland combined rates by city

Combined rates vary across Maryland. Reference cities on this page include: Baltimore (6%), Columbia (6%), Silver Spring (6%), Annapolis (6%), Rockville (6%), Frederick (6%). ZIP codes and special districts can differ — use the official lookup linked above for address-level filing.

Common exemptions in Maryland

Common exemptions include: Most groceries; Prescription drugs; Medical equipment; Agricultural items. Restaurant meals, prepared food, and many services are often taxable even when groceries are exempt.

Online sellers and economic nexus

Out-of-state sellers that exceed $100,000 in sales OR 200 transactions in Maryland in Maryland generally must register and collect tax on taxable sales delivered into the state. Marketplace facilitators often remit tax on behalf of third-party sellers.

How to use this calculator

Pick a city from the list or type the combined percentage from your MD tax lookup. Enter a pre-tax amount to add sales tax, or use reverse mode to split tax from a receipt total. Businesses should validate address-level rates in certified tax software before filing returns.

Often taxable in Maryland

General merchandise
Electronics
Clothing
Furniture
Restaurant meals

Common exemptions

Most groceries
Prescription drugs
Medical equipment
Agricultural items

Common mistakes to avoid

Using only the state rate

Maryland's 6% state rate is only the starting point. Baltimore is 6% 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 Maryland rules for food, apparel, medicine, and digital goods before invoicing.

Quoting the average rate for every address

The 6% average is useful for estimates; use address-level rates for compliance and customer quotes.

Official Maryland sales tax source

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

Rates on this page were compared to Maryland official Department of Revenue publications as of January 2026.
Baltimore is listed at 6% combined (State 6% only — no local additions in Maryland). 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.

Maryland sales tax — frequently asked questions

What is the Maryland sales tax rate in 2026?

Maryland has a flat 6% state sales tax. No county or city additions exist. Every purchase anywhere in Maryland is taxed at exactly 6%.

Are groceries taxed in Maryland?

No. Most food for home consumption is exempt from Maryland sales tax.

Does Maryland have local sales taxes?

No. Maryland does not allow local sales taxes. The 6% rate is completely uniform statewide.

What is the sales tax rate in Baltimore, MD?

Baltimore uses about 6% combined sales tax (State 6% only — no local additions in Maryland). Always verify the current rate for your exact address.

Is clothing taxable in Maryland?

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

Does Maryland charge sales tax on online purchases?

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

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

Divide the tax-inclusive total by 1 plus the combined rate as a decimal. At 6% combined: $108 ÷ 1.08 ≈ $100 before tax.

Is shipping taxable in Maryland?

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

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Use the correct Maryland sales tax rate

Use this page for quick Maryland 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 Maryland revenue authority or a qualified professional before filing or making business decisions.