Georgia sales tax at a glance
Food for home consumption is exempt from the 4% state rate but local sales taxes still apply; avg local rate is the Tax Foundation July 1, 2026 figure and max combined is 4% state + 5% max local.
| State sales tax rate | 4% |
| Average local rate | 3.56% |
| Average combined rate | 7.56% |
| Highest combined rate | 9% |
| Groceries | Exempt |
Georgia sales tax examples
| Price | State tax only | Tax at 7.56% | Total at 7.56% |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.40 | $0.76 | $10.76 |
| $50 | $2.00 | $3.78 | $53.78 |
| $100 | $4.00 | $7.56 | $107.56 |
| $500 | $20.00 | $37.80 | $537.80 |
| $1,000 | $40.00 | $75.60 | $1,075.60 |
Also see the Georgia paycheck calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Georgia?
The Georgia state sales tax rate is 4%. Local taxes add an average of 3.56%, for an average combined rate of 7.56%; the highest combined rate in the state is 9%.
Are groceries taxed in Georgia?
Groceries are exempt from the Georgia state sales tax, although local sales taxes may still apply.
How do I calculate sales tax in Georgia?
Multiply the price by the combined rate. At the average combined rate of 7.56%, a $100 purchase adds $7.56 in tax for a total of $107.56.