Madison, Wisconsin Sales Tax Calculator (2026)
5.50% total combined rate — includes state and local taxes.
Madison’s combined rate is 5.5%, including the 5% statewide rate and a 0.5% Dane County tax.
Madison Sales Tax Calculator
Enter a purchase amount — we’ll calculate the total with Madison’s tax rate.
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5.50%
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The current combined rate for Madison is 5.50%.
Madison Sales Tax Breakdown
- State Rate: 5.00%
- City Rate: 0.50%
- County Rate: 0.00%
- Special Rate: 0.00%
- Total: 5.50%
About Madison
As the state capital, Madison’s local sales tax supports education, transportation, and city infrastructure improvements.
Example Calculation
A $1,000 purchase in Madison adds $55 in sales tax, totaling $1,055.