Disclaimer: All rates and figures on this page are estimates for general informational purposes only and are not financial, tax, or legal advice. Sales tax rates change and vary by city, county, and the type of item purchased. Verify current rates with the Michigan Department of Revenue before relying on these figures, and consult a qualified tax professional for specific guidance.
Calculate sales tax on any purchase in Michigan. The state sales tax rate is 6%, and when combined with the average local rate of 0%, the total average in Michigan comes to 6.00%. Actual rates vary by city and county.
Michigan Sales Tax Rates
- State Rate
- 6%
- Avg Local Rate
- 0%
- Combined Average
- 6.00%
Quick Reference
Michigan uses a flat income tax and allows cities to levy municipal income taxes.
State income tax: 4.25% top rate
How Michigan's Sales Tax Stacks Up
At 6% combined (state plus average local), Michigan's sales tax ranks 39th-highest nationally — below the national median of 7%.
Michigan adds no local sales taxes, so the 6% state rate is exactly what you pay at the register everywhere in Michigan.
Combined state-plus-local averages nearby: Indiana (7%); Ohio (7.29%); Wisconsin (5.72%). Wisconsin has the lowest nearby rate at 5.72%.
Michigan Sales Tax Table
Quick reference for common purchase amounts at the 6.00% combined average rate:
| Purchase Price | Sales Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.60 | $10.60 |
| $25 | $1.50 | $26.50 |
| $50 | $3.00 | $53.00 |
| $100 | $6.00 | $106.00 |
| $250 | $15.00 | $265.00 |
| $500 | $30.00 | $530.00 |
| $1,000 | $60.00 | $1060.00 |
| $2,500 | $150.00 | $2650.00 |
| $5,000 | $300.00 | $5300.00 |
Understanding Michigan Sales Tax
Sales tax in Michigan is collected at the point of sale on most tangible goods and some services. The state portion of 6% is uniform statewide, while local jurisdictions may add their own rates, averaging 0% across the state. Certain items like groceries and prescription medications may be exempt or taxed at reduced rates.
When budgeting in Michigan, remember that sales tax affects your purchasing power. With a median home value of $222,500 and a property tax rate of 1.38%, understanding all taxes helps you make informed financial decisions.
What Is and Is Not Taxed in Michigan
Unprepared groceries are exempt from Michigan state sales tax — prepared food, candy and soft drinks are taxable.
Prescription medicines are exempt in Michigan, as they are in every state that levies a sales tax; over-the-counter drugs and most medical supplies are treated separately and are frequently taxable.
Out-of-state sellers must register and collect Michigan tax once they cross the state's economic nexus threshold, a rule that follows from the 2018 Supreme Court decision in South Dakota v. Wayfair. Below that threshold, the buyer technically owes use tax instead.