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Alabama Sales Tax Calculator

The Alabama state sales tax is 4%. Local taxes bring the average combined rate to 9.46% (up to 12%).

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State rate 4%; average with local taxes 9.46%. Enter your exact local rate if you know it.
Total with tax
$109.46
Price before tax$100.00
Sales tax$9.46
Total$109.46
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Alabama sales tax on common amounts

PriceTax at 4% (state only)Tax at 9.46% (avg. combined)Total
$10.00$0.40$0.95$10.95
$50.00$2.00$4.73$54.73
$100.00$4.00$9.46$109.46
$500.00$20.00$47.30$547.30
$1,000.00$40.00$94.60$1,094.60
$5,000.00$200.00$473.00$5,473.00
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Rates at a glance

  • State rate: 4%
  • Average combined state + local rate: 9.46%
  • Highest combined rate: 12%
  • Groceries: The state rate on food is 2% (since September 2025); local taxes still apply in full.

Your exact rate depends on the city, county and special districts where you buy (or where an item is delivered). Check your receipt or your state revenue department's rate lookup, then enter the exact rate in the calculator.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the sales tax rate in Alabama?

The Alabama state sales tax rate is 4%. With local taxes, the average combined rate is 9.46% and the highest is 12%.

Are groceries taxed in Alabama?

The state rate on food is 2% (since September 2025); local taxes still apply in full.

How much is the tax on $100 in Alabama?

At the average combined rate of 9.46%, tax on $100 is $9.46, for a total of $109.46.

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