Detroit Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Detroit has Michigan's 6% state sales tax (no local add-ons). Instant estimate for any purchase.

Inputs

Enter purchase details to calculate sales tax.

Purchase Price

Enter the price before tax.

Results

Sales tax breakdown for Detroit, Michigan.

Effective Tax Rate: 6.000%

This category is taxable under the configured rules.

Purchase Price$100.00

Sales Tax$6.00

Total Price$106.00

Rate Breakdown

State6.000%

County0.000%

City0.000%

Special District0.000%

Base combined6.000%

Total6.000%

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How This Calculator Works

Enter the purchase price and category (general, groceries, etc.).
The calculator applies Detroit's 6% rate (Michigan state rate; no local add-ons).
Tax amount and total price update instantly.

Calculation Methodology

We calculate sales tax using Michigan's 6% state rate (no local add-ons in Detroit):

Total Rate: 6%
Tax Amount: Price × (6 / 100)
Total Price: Price + Tax

Detroit, Michigan Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Detroit's combined sales tax rate in 2026 is 6%: Michigan's statewide rate. Michigan does not allow local sales tax add-ons, so Detroit has the same 6% rate as the rest of the state. Use the calculator above for an instant tax and total on any purchase.

What is the Sales Tax Rate in Detroit, Michigan?

In 2026, the combined sales tax rate in Detroit is 6%—the same as Michigan's statewide rate. Michigan does not allow cities or counties to add local sales tax, so Detroit has no additional local rate.

Michigan state sales tax: 6%
Local add-ons: none
Total combined rate: 6%

Is Detroit Sales Tax High?

Detroit's 6% rate is lower than many large cities. Chicago and Seattle exceed 10%, NYC is 8.875%, Houston 8.25%, Miami 7%, Philadelphia 8%. Michigan exempts most groceries from sales tax.

Exemptions and Special Rules in Michigan

Groceries: most unprepared food for home consumption is exempt.
Prescription drugs: generally tax-exempt.
Digital goods: may be taxable depending on Michigan law.

For official rules, see the Michigan Department of Treasury Sales and Use Tax. More tools: Michigan Sales Tax Calculator, Michigan tax calculators.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:What is the sales tax rate in Detroit, Michigan?

Detroit's combined sales tax rate in 2026 is 6%—the same as Michigan's statewide rate. Michigan does not allow local sales tax add-ons.

Q:What is the sales tax on a car in Detroit?

Motor vehicle sales in Michigan are generally subject to the 6% sales tax plus any applicable fees. Check Michigan Treasury and SOS for current rules.

Q:Are groceries taxed in Detroit?

Most unprepared food for home consumption is exempt from Michigan sales tax. Prepared food and candy may be taxable.