Georgia Sales Tax Calculator
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Georgia levies a 4% state sales tax on most retail purchases, but the total you pay at the register almost always runs higher once local taxes are added. Counties and municipalities across the Peach State can — and do — pile on their own rates, which is why the average combined sales tax rate in Georgia is 7.49% (Tax Foundation, 2025). In practice, combined rates range from 4% in a handful of jurisdictions up to 9% in some counties, so the specific rate depends on where you're shopping.
Worked example: Buying a $100 item in a county with the average combined rate? Multiply $100 × 7.49% = $7.49 in tax, for a total of $107.49 at checkout.
One important Georgia-specific rule: groceries (unprepared food and food ingredients) are exempt from the state 4% rate under Georgia law. However, local taxes still apply to groceries, so you may still see a small charge on your supermarket receipt depending on your county.
Prepared food (restaurant meals, hot deli items, catering) is fully taxable at the combined rate. Prescription drugs are exempt at both state and local levels.
How to use this calculator: Enter the purchase price and the applicable combined rate for your Georgia county — or use the pre-filled 7.49% state average as a quick estimate. The tool instantly shows the tax amount and total cost. Always verify the exact local rate with the Georgia Department of Revenue's rate charts, as local rates can change quarterly.
Practical example — Georgia
A customer buying a $250 television in Fulton County (Atlanta area, combined rate 8.9%) pays $22.25 in sales tax for a total of $272.25; the same purchase in a 7% county costs $17.50 in tax.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Georgia?
Georgia's state sales tax rate is 4%. When local county and city taxes are added, the average combined rate across the state is 7.49% (Tax Foundation, 2025). Individual counties can have total rates anywhere from 4% to as high as 9%.
Does Georgia have local sales tax on top of the state rate?
Yes. Georgia counties levy their own Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) and, in many cases, a Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) for infrastructure projects. These local additions typically add 2–4 percentage points on top of the 4% state base rate.
Are groceries taxed in Georgia?
Unprepared food and food ingredients (like bread, meat, produce, and canned goods) are exempt from Georgia's 4% state sales tax. However, local sales taxes still apply to groceries, so you may owe a small amount depending on your county. Restaurant meals and prepared hot food are fully taxable.
What Georgia purchases are exempt from sales tax?
Key exemptions include: unprepared grocery food (state portion only), prescription drugs, certain agricultural supplies, and purchases made with a valid Georgia sales tax exemption certificate (e.g., for resale or manufacturing). Some clothing and textbooks sold to eligible students may also qualify under specific programs.
How do I find the exact sales tax rate for my Georgia county?
The Georgia Department of Revenue publishes an official Sales and Use Tax Rate Chart every quarter at dor.georgia.gov. The chart lists every county's total rate. You can also enter your ZIP code on the Georgia DOR website or use a tax lookup tool to get the precise rate for any address.