Atlanta, GA variant. This is a Atlanta, GA-specific version of the Sales Tax Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Sales Tax Calculator.
Atlanta charges a combined sales tax of 8.9%, blending the GA state rate with local add-ons.
Atlanta sales tax at the register
The 8.9% rate applies to most tangible goods in Atlanta. Groceries and prescriptions are often exempt or reduced.
Enter your purchase amount and the 8.9% rate in the calculator above for an exact total.
About Atlanta, GA
Atlanta applies Georgia state income and sales taxes, along with local sales taxes.
Atlanta's home prices sit above the national average after sustained metro growth.
Atlanta is a major corporate headquarters hub and transportation center, with significant film and logistics industries, and a cost of living above the national average.
Worked example: $1,000 purchase
$1,000 × 8.9% = $89 tax, total $1,089. A $50 purchase adds $4.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $425,000
- Median rent: $1,900/mo
- Median household income: $77,655
- Local sales tax: 8.9%
- Effective property tax rate: 0.92%
- Cost of living index: 107 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax in Atlanta?
The combined rate is 8.9%.
Are groceries taxed in Atlanta?
Often reduced or exempt - check local rules and apply the right rate in the calculator.