Milwaukee, Wisconsin Sales Tax Calculator (2026)
5.50% total combined rate — includes state and local taxes.
Milwaukee applies a total sales tax rate of 5.5%, which includes Wisconsin’s 5% statewide rate and 0.5% county tax.
Milwaukee Sales Tax Calculator
Enter a purchase amount — we’ll calculate the total with Milwaukee’s tax rate.
Rate
5.50%
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The current combined rate for Milwaukee is 5.50%.
Milwaukee Sales Tax Breakdown
- State Rate: 5.00%
- City Rate: 0.50%
- County Rate: 0.00%
- Special Rate: 0.00%
- Total: 5.50%
About Milwaukee
As Wisconsin’s largest city, Milwaukee’s sales tax funds transit, public services, and infrastructure throughout Milwaukee County.
Example Calculation
A $1,000 purchase in Milwaukee adds $55 in sales tax, totaling $1,055.
FAQs for Milwaukee
What is Milwaukee’s total sales tax?
5.5%, including the 5% state rate and 0.5% county tax.
Are groceries taxed?
Most groceries are exempt from sales tax in Wisconsin.