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Birmingham Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Birmingham sales tax is 10% (state + Jefferson County + city). Instant estimate—free, no signup.

Inputs

Enter purchase details to calculate sales tax.

Results

Sales tax breakdown for Birmingham, Alabama.

Effective Tax Rate: 10.000%

This category is taxable under the configured rules.

Purchase Price$100.00
Sales Tax$10.00
Total Price$110.00

Rate Breakdown

State4.000%
County4.000%
City2.000%
Special District0.000%
Base combined10.000%
Total10.000%
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How This Calculator Works

  1. Enter the purchase price and category (general, groceries, etc.).
  2. The calculator applies Birmingham's 10% combined rate (state + Jefferson County + city).
  3. Tax amount and total price update instantly.
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Calculation Methodology

We calculate sales tax using Birmingham's 10% combined rate:

  • Total Rate: State (4%) + Jefferson County (4%) + Birmingham city (2%) = 10%
  • Tax Amount: Price × 0.10
  • Total Price: Price + Tax

Birmingham, Alabama Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Birmingham's combined sales tax rate in 2026 is 10%: 4% Alabama state, 4% Jefferson County, and 2% Birmingham city. Use the calculator above for an instant tax and total on any purchase—free, no signup.

What is the Sales Tax Rate in Birmingham, Alabama?

In 2026, the combined sales tax rate in Birmingham is 10%:

  • Alabama state sales tax: 4%
  • Jefferson County: 4%
  • Birmingham city: 2%
  • Total combined rate: 10%

Check the Alabama DOR for your specific address.

Exemptions and Official Sources

  • Groceries: Alabama generally taxes food for home consumption at the full combined rate; some items may be exempt.
  • Prescription drugs: generally tax-exempt.

For official rules, see the Alabama Department of Revenue. More tools: Alabama Sales Tax Calculator, Alabama tax calculators.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:What is the sales tax rate in Birmingham, Alabama?

Birmingham's combined sales tax rate in 2026 is 10%: 4% Alabama state + 4% Jefferson County + 2% Birmingham city.

Q:Are groceries taxed in Birmingham?

Alabama generally taxes groceries at the full combined rate. Some food items may be exempt; check the Alabama Department of Revenue.