Maryland Sales Tax Calculator 2026
Maryland state sales tax is administered as the Maryland sales and use tax at a uniform statewide rate. This page provides a simplified estimate using the general 6.00% rate and does not add separate county, city, or district rates for a general retail sales tax.
Estimates are shown for the 2026 tax year. In cases where official figures have not yet been finalized, calculations are based on the most recently available data and may be updated when final guidance is published.
Enter the purchase price before sales tax.
Estimated sales tax
Shows an estimated sales tax amount based on the configured rates.
Maryland Sales Tax Calculator 2026 – how it works
Maryland applies a flat statewide sales and use tax rate of 6.00% to taxable amounts. Under a flat-rate structure, the tax is calculated by multiplying the taxable amount by the rate, so the same percentage applies regardless of transaction size. This simplified estimate reflects the statewide general rate and does not incorporate transaction-specific rules or exceptions. Administration and official guidance are provided by the Comptroller of Maryland (https://www.marylandtaxes.gov).
Examples
If a purchase is taxable at the general 6.00% rate, the estimated tax is 6.00% of the taxable amount. The estimated total due is the taxable amount plus the calculated tax. Because the rate is flat, changing the taxable amount changes the tax proportionally.
Limitations and important notes
Results are simplified estimates and may not reflect every rule that can apply to a specific transaction. This estimate is limited to applying the general statewide 6.00% sales and use tax rate and does not attempt to model product-specific rates, exemptions, thresholds, special categories, or other transaction-level determinations. Taxability depends on the facts of the transaction and official guidance. For authoritative treatment of Maryland sales and use tax rules, consult official Comptroller publications and determinations.
FAQs about Maryland Sales Tax Calculator 2026
What rate does this Maryland sales tax estimate apply?
This estimate applies the general statewide Maryland sales and use tax rate of 6.00%. It is a simplified calculation that multiplies the taxable amount by the statewide rate.
Is Maryland sales tax progressive or tiered based on the transaction amount?
No. The general Maryland sales and use tax rate is treated here as a flat statewide rate. A flat rate means the same percentage applies to the taxable amount, regardless of the size of the transaction.
Does this estimate include county or city sales taxes in Maryland?
No. This estimate applies only the statewide general rate for the Maryland sales and use tax and does not add separate county, city, or district rates for a general retail sales tax.
What is the difference between sales tax and use tax in Maryland for this estimate?
This page refers to Maryland’s “sales and use tax” as a single statewide system with a general rate of 6.00%. The estimate applies the statewide rate and does not classify a transaction beyond that simplified approach.
Why can the calculated amount differ from an official determination?
The estimate is intentionally narrow and applies only the general statewide rate. Official outcomes can depend on transaction-specific facts, taxability rules, and official interpretations that are not modeled here. For a definitive determination, consult official Comptroller guidance.
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Calculations are simplified and for guidance only. Always double-check results and current rules with official sources or a qualified professional before making financial decisions.