Massachusetts Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax for purchases in Massachusetts (MA).
State Tax Rate
6.3%
Avg. Local Rate
0.0%
Combined Rate
6.3%
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Sales Tax in Massachusetts
Massachusetts levies a state sales tax rate of 6.3% on most retail purchases of tangible personal property and select services. Massachusetts does not permit local sales taxes, so the state rate of 6.3% is the only sales tax consumers pay.
Common exemptions in many states include groceries, prescription drugs, and certain medical equipment, though specific exemptions vary. Businesses selling taxable goods or services in Massachusetts must register for a sales tax permit and collect tax at the point of sale. Online sellers with sufficient economic nexus in Massachusetts are also required to collect and remit sales tax.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Massachusetts?
The state sales tax rate in Massachusetts is 6.3%. When combined with the average local rate of 0.0%, the typical combined sales tax rate is 6.3%.
Does Massachusetts have local sales taxes?
Massachusetts does not have local sales taxes. The state rate of 6.3% is the only sales tax applied to purchases statewide.
What items are exempt from sales tax in Massachusetts?
Sales tax exemptions in Massachusetts vary but commonly include prescription medications and certain medical devices. Many states also exempt or reduce the rate on groceries, clothing, and other essential items. Check with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue for a complete list of exempt items.
How do I file sales tax in Massachusetts?
Businesses registered to collect sales tax in Massachusetts must file returns with the state's Department of Revenue on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis depending on the volume of sales. Returns typically include the total taxable sales, the tax collected, and any allowable deductions or credits.
Sales Tax in Other States
Alabama9.5%Alaska1.8%Arizona8.5%Arkansas9.5%California9.0%Colorado7.9%Connecticut6.3%Delaware0.0%District of Columbia6.0%Florida7.0%Georgia7.5%Hawaii4.5%Idaho6.0%Illinois9.0%Indiana7.0%Iowa6.9%Kansas8.7%Kentucky6.0%Louisiana10.1%Maine5.5%Maryland6.0%Michigan6.0%Minnesota8.1%Mississippi7.1%Missouri8.4%Montana0.0%Nebraska7.0%Nevada8.2%New Hampshire0.0%New Jersey6.6%New Mexico7.7%New York8.5%North Carolina7.0%North Dakota7.1%Ohio7.3%Oklahoma9.1%Oregon0.0%Pennsylvania6.3%Rhode Island7.0%South Carolina7.5%South Dakota6.1%Tennessee9.6%Texas8.2%Utah7.4%Vermont6.4%Virginia5.8%Washington9.5%West Virginia6.6%Wisconsin5.7%Wyoming5.6%