Detroit, Michigan Sales Tax Calculator (2026)
6.00% total combined rate — includes state and local taxes.
Detroit applies Michigan’s flat 6% statewide sales tax rate, with no additional city or county surcharges.
Detroit Sales Tax Calculator
Enter a purchase amount — we’ll calculate the total with Detroit’s tax rate.
Rate
6.00%
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The current combined rate for Detroit is 6.00%.
Detroit Sales Tax Breakdown
- State Rate: 6.00%
- City Rate: 0.00%
- County Rate: 0.00%
- Special Rate: 0.00%
- Total: 6.00%
About Detroit
As Michigan’s largest city, Detroit follows the state’s 6% sales tax, which supports education, infrastructure, and public safety programs statewide.
Example Calculation
A $1,000 purchase in Detroit adds $60 in sales tax, for a total of $1,060.
FAQs for Detroit
Does Detroit have a local sales tax?
No, all Michigan cities use the same 6% statewide rate.
Are groceries or prescriptions taxed?
Most groceries and prescription drugs are exempt.