Alabama Sales Tax Calculator
Add or remove Alabama sales tax from a price, using the state rate plus the average local rate.
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About the Alabama Sales Tax Calculator
This Alabama sales tax calculator adds sales tax to a price or removes it from a total. It starts with the average combined Alabama rate of 9.46% (state rate 4.00% plus average local rate). Change the rate to match your city or county.
How to use it
- Enter a price or a total.
- Keep the average combined rate or type your local rate.
- Choose add or remove sales tax and press Calculate sales tax.
Alabama sales tax rate in 2026
The Alabama state sales tax rate is 4.00%. Local governments add an average of 5.46%, for an average combined rate of 9.46%. Your exact rate depends on your city and county, so check the Alabama department of revenue for your address.
Source: Tax Foundation, 2026 state and local sales tax rates (as of July 1, 2026).
Alabama sales tax examples at 9.46%
| Price | Sales tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.95 | $10.95 |
| $25 | $2.37 | $27.37 |
| $50 | $4.73 | $54.73 |
| $100 | $9.46 | $109.46 |
| $250 | $23.65 | $273.65 |
| $500 | $47.30 | $547.30 |
| $1,000 | $94.60 | $1,094.60 |
How to calculate sales tax
Sales tax = price × rate. To remove tax from a total, divide the total by (1 + rate). For example, $108 at 8% includes $8 of tax on a $100 price.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax in Alabama?
The Alabama state rate is 4.00%. With average local taxes the combined rate is about 9.46%. Your actual rate depends on your location.
Does Alabama have local sales tax?
Yes, local governments can add taxes. The average local rate is about 5.46%.
How do I calculate sales tax in Alabama?
Multiply the price by the sales tax rate, then add it to the price. The calculator above does it for you.
What is $100 with sales tax in Alabama?
At the average combined rate of 9.46%, $100 costs $109.46.
Where can I find my exact Alabama rate?
Use the Alabama department of revenue rate lookup tool for your address.
Last reviewed: November 2026. Rates are averages. Confirm your local rate with the state department of revenue.