Georgia variant. This is a Georgia-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.
Georgia charges a 4% state sales tax, and local jurisdictions add an average of 3.40%, for a typical combined rate of 7.4%.
Georgia state and local sales tax
The 4% state rate is just the floor. Counties and cities stack their own taxes on top, so the rate you actually pay at checkout in Georgia averages 7.4% and can be higher in major metros.
Sales tax generally applies to tangible goods; many states exempt groceries, prescriptions, and some services. Enter your purchase amount and local rate in the calculator above for an exact figure.
About taxes and housing in Georgia
Georgia has moved to a flat individual income tax that it plans to continue lowering over time.
Georgia keeps property taxes near the national average and offers a homestead exemption to reduce the taxable value of primary residences.
Georgia's economy centers on Atlanta as a transportation, film, and corporate hub, with agriculture and logistics important statewide.
Worked example: sales tax on a $1,000 purchase
A $1,000 purchase in Georgia at the 7.4% combined rate adds $74 in tax, for a total of $1,074. On a $100 item, that's $7 in tax.
Quick reference
- State income tax: Flat 5.39% as of 2024 (down from 5.49%)
- State sales tax: 4% (plus 3.40% avg local)
- Median home value: $340,000
- Median household income: $74,632
- Effective property tax rate: 0.81%
- Avg auto insurance: $1,648/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Georgia?
Georgia's state rate is 4%, with a combined state-plus-local average of 7.4%.
Are groceries taxed in Georgia?
Many states fully or partially exempt groceries from sales tax. Check your local rules; the calculator lets you apply the exact rate that applies to your purchase.