Mesa, AZ variant. This is a Mesa, AZ-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.
Mesa charges a combined sales tax of 8.3%, blending the AZ state rate with local add-ons.
Mesa sales tax at the register
The 8.3% rate applies to most tangible goods in Mesa. Groceries and prescriptions are often exempt or reduced.
Enter your purchase amount and the 8.3% rate in the calculator above for an exact total.
About Mesa, AZ
Mesa applies Arizona state and local sales taxes, with a moderate overall tax burden.
Mesa's home prices have risen with the broader Phoenix metro and now sit above the national average.
Mesa is part of the greater Phoenix metropolitan area, with a cost of living somewhat above the national average.
Worked example: $1,000 purchase
$1,000 × 8.3% = $83 tax, total $1,083. A $50 purchase adds $4.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $425,000
- Median rent: $1,700/mo
- Median household income: $78,700
- Local sales tax: 8.3%
- Effective property tax rate: 0.59%
- Cost of living index: 105 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax in Mesa?
The combined rate is 8.3%.
Are groceries taxed in Mesa?
Often reduced or exempt - check local rules and apply the right rate in the calculator.