Georgia Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate the exact sales tax for any purchase in Georgia. Get instant breakdowns of state, county, and city taxes. Updated with current 2026 rates.
GA Base State Rate: 4% (up to 9% combined)
Clayton
Total Amount
$108.00
$100.00 + $8.00 tax
Tax Components
Georgia Sales Tax Highlights
Georgia has a 4% state sales tax
Local taxes add 3-4% in most areas
Combined rates typically 7-8%
Groceries are exempt from state tax
Georgia Sales Tax FAQ
What is Georgia's sales tax rate?
Georgia has a 4% state sales tax. Counties and cities add local option taxes, with combined rates typically between 7% and 8%.
Georgia Sales Tax Rate Structure in 2026
Georgia imposes a 4% state sales tax on most retail transactions. Counties add Local Option Sales Taxes (LOST) and Special Purpose Local Option Sales Taxes (SPLOST), typically totaling 3–4% in combined local additions. The maximum combined rate reaches 9% in the highest-taxed jurisdictions, with average combined rates of about 7.36%.
Georgia has 159 counties — the second most of any state — and each sets its own combination of local taxes. Most counties levy the full allowable amount, so combined rates of 7–8% are common across the state.
| Area | State Rate | Local Rate | Combined Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta (Fulton Co.) | 4% | 4.5% | 8.5% |
| Decatur (DeKalb Co.) | 4% | 4% | 8% |
| Lawrenceville (Gwinnett Co.) | 4% | 4% | 8% |
| Marietta (Cobb Co.) | 4% | 3% | 7% |
| Savannah (Chatham Co.) | 4% | 3% | 7% |
Tax-Exempt Items and Special Rules in Georgia
Georgia exempts groceries from the 4% state sales tax, but local taxes still apply to grocery purchases. This means you will pay 3–4% on groceries in most Georgia counties — just without the state portion. Prescription drugs are fully exempt at all levels.
| Category | Taxable? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | Exempt from state tax | Local taxes still apply (typically 3–4%) |
| Clothing | Yes | No clothing exemption |
| Prescription drugs | Exempt | All prescription medications |
| Over-the-counter medicine | Yes | Taxed at full rate |
| Motor vehicles | TAVT applies | Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) of 7% replaces sales tax on vehicles |
| Manufacturing machinery | Exempt | Used directly in manufacturing |
Georgia replaced traditional sales tax on motor vehicles with the Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) in 2013. Instead of paying sales tax at purchase, vehicle buyers pay a one-time 7% TAVT based on the fair market value. This eliminates the annual vehicle property tax (ad valorem tax) for vehicles purchased after March 2013.
Filing and Compliance for Georgia Sales Tax
The Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) administers both state and local sales taxes through a single filing system. Businesses register for a Sales Tax Number through the Georgia Tax Center (GTC) online portal. Filing frequency is assigned based on monthly tax liability: monthly (over $200/month), quarterly ($200 or less per month), or annual (very low volume).
Georgia adopted economic nexus effective January 1, 2020, requiring remote sellers with more than $100,000 in sales or 200 transactions to Georgia customers to collect and remit tax.
| Filing Detail | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Economic nexus threshold | $100,000 in sales or 200 transactions |
| Marketplace facilitator rule | Yes — effective April 1, 2020 |
| Filing frequency | Monthly, Quarterly, or Annual |
| State agency | Georgia Department of Revenue |
| Late filing penalty | 5% per month on unpaid tax (up to 25%) plus interest |
| Sourcing method | Destination-based |
Georgia is a member of the Streamlined Sales Tax (SST) agreement, which simplifies multi-state compliance. SST-registered sellers can use certified service providers to automate tax calculation and filing across all member states at no cost to the seller.
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Official References
This calculator uses current sales tax rates based on official sources:
- Georgia Department of Revenue
Official Georgia tax authority
Tax rates are updated regularly but may change. Always verify current rates with local tax authorities for official transactions.