Baltimore, MD variant. This is a Baltimore, MD-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.
Baltimore charges a combined sales tax of 6%, blending the MD state rate with local add-ons.
Baltimore sales tax at the register
The 6% rate applies to most tangible goods in Baltimore. Groceries and prescriptions are often exempt or reduced.
Enter your purchase amount and the 6% rate in the calculator above for an exact total.
About Baltimore, MD
Baltimore residents pay a local income tax on top of Maryland state income tax.
Baltimore's home prices are comparatively affordable for a major East Coast city.
Baltimore's economy is built around its port, healthcare, and education sectors, with a cost of living slightly above the national average.
Worked example: $1,000 purchase
$1,000 × 6% = $60 tax, total $1,060. A $50 purchase adds $3.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $195,000
- Median rent: $1,550/mo
- Median household income: $55,054
- Local sales tax: 6%
- City income tax: 3.2%
- Effective property tax rate: 1.45%
- Cost of living index: 105 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax in Baltimore?
The combined rate is 6%.
Are groceries taxed in Baltimore?
Often reduced or exempt - check local rules and apply the right rate in the calculator.