Maine Sales Tax (2026)
Maine's state sales tax is 5.5%, and the average combined rate with local taxes is 5.5%.
Maine sales tax at a glance
| State rate | 5.5% |
|---|---|
| Average local rate | 0% |
| Average combined rate | 5.5% |
| Highest local add-on | 0% |
| Groceries | Exempt (grocery staples); prepared food 8% |
| Clothing | Taxable |
Sales tax on common purchases (5.5%)
| Price | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $20 | $1.10 | $21.10 |
| $100 | $5.50 | $105.50 |
| $500 | $27.50 | $527.50 |
| $1,000 | $55.00 | $1055.00 |
| $30,000 | $1650.00 | $31650.00 |
2026 changes
- 2026-01-01: Service Provider Tax repealed; those services now taxed at the 5.5% sales tax rate
- 2026-01-01: streaming (digital audio/audiovisual) services taxable at 5.5%
Sources: taxfoundation.org · maine.gov · maine.gov
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Maine?
The state rate is 5.5%. With local taxes, the average combined rate is 5.5%.
Are groceries taxed in Maine?
Exempt (grocery staples); prepared food 8%
Is clothing taxed in Maine?
Taxable