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Portland, Maine Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Portland ME sales tax is 5.5% (state only). Instant estimate—free, no signup.

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Enter purchase details to calculate sales tax.

Results

Sales tax breakdown for Portland, Maine.

Effective Tax Rate: 5.500%

This category is taxable under the configured rules.

Purchase Price$100.00
Sales Tax$5.50
Total Price$105.50

Rate Breakdown

State5.500%
County0.000%
City0.000%
Special District0.000%
Base combined5.500%
Total5.500%
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How This Calculator Works

  1. Enter the purchase price and category (general, groceries, etc.).
  2. The calculator applies Portland's 5.5% rate (Maine state only).
  3. Tax amount and total price update instantly.
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Calculation Methodology

We calculate using Portland's Maine state rate (5.5% general; 7% for prepared food):

  • Total Rate: 5.5% (prepared food uses 7%)
  • Tax Amount: Price × (Total Rate / 100)
  • Total Price: Price + Tax

Portland, Maine Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Portland's sales tax rate in 2026 is 5.5%: Maine state rate only. Maine does not allow local sales tax, so Portland has the same 5.5% rate as the rest of the state. Prepared food is taxed at 7%. Use the calculator above for an instant tax and total on any purchase—free, no signup.

What is the Sales Tax Rate in Portland, Maine?

In 2026, the sales tax rate in Portland is 5.5% (Maine state rate; no local add-on):

  • Maine state sales tax: 5.5%
  • Portland local: 0% (not permitted in Maine)
  • Total combined rate: 5.5% (7% on prepared food)

Check the Maine Revenue Services for official details.

Exemptions and Official Sources

  • Groceries and prescription drugs: exempt from Maine sales tax. Prepared food is taxed at 7%.

For official rules, see the Maine Revenue Services. More tools: Maine Sales Tax Calculator, Maine tax calculators.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:What is the sales tax rate in Portland, Maine?

Portland's sales tax rate in 2026 is 5.5% (Maine state rate; Maine does not allow local sales tax). Prepared food is 7%.

Q:Are groceries taxed in Portland, Maine?

Groceries and prescription drugs are exempt from Maine sales tax.