Wisconsin sales tax at a glance
Counties may add 0.5% (Milwaukee County 0.9%) and the City of Milwaukee adds 2%, for a state-high 7.9%; candy and soft drinks are taxable.
| State sales tax rate | 5% |
| Average local rate | 0.72% |
| Average combined rate | 5.72% |
| Highest combined rate | 7.9% |
| Groceries | Exempt |
Wisconsin sales tax examples
| Price | State tax only | Tax at 5.72% | Total at 5.72% |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.50 | $0.57 | $10.57 |
| $50 | $2.50 | $2.86 | $52.86 |
| $100 | $5.00 | $5.72 | $105.72 |
| $500 | $25.00 | $28.60 | $528.60 |
| $1,000 | $50.00 | $57.20 | $1,057.20 |
Also see the Wisconsin paycheck calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Wisconsin?
The Wisconsin state sales tax rate is 5%. Local taxes add an average of 0.72%, for an average combined rate of 5.72%; the highest combined rate in the state is 7.9%.
Are groceries taxed in Wisconsin?
Groceries are exempt from the Wisconsin state sales tax, although local sales taxes may still apply.
How do I calculate sales tax in Wisconsin?
Multiply the price by the combined rate. At the average combined rate of 5.72%, a $100 purchase adds $5.72 in tax for a total of $105.72.