Maine · Sales Tax
The Maine state sales tax rate is 5.5%. On a $100 purchase, the tax is $5.50, for a total of $105.50.
| Maine Sales Tax | Rate | On $100 | On $1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| State base rate | 5.5% | $5.50 | $55.00 |
| Maximum combined | 5.5% | $5.50 | $55.00 |
| Pre-tax from $108.50 total | — | ÷1.0550 |
The state base sales tax rate in Maine is 5.5%. No local sales tax; flat statewide rate. The maximum combined rate (state plus highest local) reaches 5.5%.
Multiply the pre-tax price by 0.0550 (the decimal form of 5.5%). For example, a $250 purchase has a Maine state sales tax of $13.75, for a total of $263.75. To reverse-calculate: if you have the total and want the pre-tax price, divide the total by 1.0550.
Food and grocery tax rules vary by state. In Maine, the standard rate of 5.5% applies, though some states exempt grocery staples. Check the Maine Department of Revenue for specific grocery exemption rules.
The Maine state rate of 5.5% is close to the national median of approximately 6.0%. Combined with local rates, the effective rate in Maine ranges from 5.5% to 5.5%.