Boston, MA variant. This is a Boston, MA-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.
Boston charges a combined sales tax of 6.25%, blending the MA state rate with local add-ons.
Boston sales tax at the register
The 6.25% rate applies to most tangible goods in Boston. Groceries and prescriptions are often exempt or reduced.
Enter your purchase amount and the 6.25% rate in the calculator above for an exact total.
About Boston, MA
Boston has no city income tax, so residents pay Massachusetts state income tax without an added municipal wage levy.
Boston is a high-cost housing market, with home prices and rents elevated by limited supply and steady demand.
Boston's economy is built around education, healthcare, and a leading biotechnology and life sciences sector.
Worked example: $1,000 purchase
$1,000 × 6.25% = $63 tax, total $1,063. A $50 purchase adds $3.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $760,000
- Median rent: $3,300/mo
- Median household income: $89,212
- Local sales tax: 6.25%
- Effective property tax rate: 1.04%
- Cost of living index: 162 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax in Boston?
The combined rate is 6.25%.
Are groceries taxed in Boston?
Often reduced or exempt - check local rules and apply the right rate in the calculator.