Michigan sales tax calculator

Michigan charges a flat 6% sales tax with no local add-ons. Add or back out the tax on any amount.

  • ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US federal & state rules
  • Rates as of January 1, 2026
  • See sources
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Example

Sales tax

$6.00

6% in Michigan (state 6% + average local 0%)

Total with tax
$106.00
Rate
6%

This is an example. Enter your numbers above and press the button to see your own result.

Michigan sales tax rates

State rate6%
Average local rate0%
Combined average6%
Groceriesexempt
Clothingtaxed
  • Rates as of 2026-01-01, from the Tax Foundation and state revenue departments. Local rates change quarterly.
Show the math
Price$100.00
Rate6% state + 0% local = 6%
Tax$100.00 ร— 6% = $6.00

What to do next

How it works

The state rate in Michigan is 6%. There are no local sales taxes, so the rate is the same in every city.

Groceries are exempt from state sales tax. Clothing is taxed. Pick the item type to apply those rules.

Things to keep in mind

Rates are as of 2026-01-01. Local rates change on the first day of a quarter, and special districts can add a fraction of a percent that the average does not capture. The state revenue department publishes the official rate lookup.

Vehicles, hotel stays, restaurant meals and alcohol often have their own rates or extra taxes. This calculator covers ordinary retail purchases.

Sources

Rules applied as of 2026-01-01. See the sources below for details.

Frequently asked questions

What is the sales tax rate in Michigan?

A flat 6% statewide. Michigan does not allow local sales taxes, so the rate is the same everywhere in the state.

Is food taxed in Michigan?

Groceries are exempt from state sales tax. Restaurant meals and prepared food are taxed at the full rate.

Is clothing taxed in Michigan?

Clothing is taxed.

How do I find the price before tax?

Switch to "I paid this total" and enter the receipt total. The calculator divides by 1 plus the rate. At 6%, a $100 total was about $94.34 before tax.

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