Milwaukee, WI variant. This is a Milwaukee, WI-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.
Milwaukee charges a combined sales tax of 5.5%, blending the WI state rate with local add-ons.
Milwaukee sales tax at the register
The 5.5% rate applies to most tangible goods in Milwaukee. Groceries and prescriptions are often exempt or reduced.
Enter your purchase amount and the 5.5% rate in the calculator above for an exact total.
About Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee applies Wisconsin state taxes, and its overall tax and cost burden is moderate for a major Midwestern city.
Milwaukee offers relatively affordable housing compared with other large metros.
Milwaukee has a strong manufacturing heritage and a cost of living below the national average.
Worked example: $1,000 purchase
$1,000 × 5.5% = $55 tax, total $1,055. A $50 purchase adds $3.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $170,000
- Median rent: $1,300/mo
- Median household income: $49,733
- Local sales tax: 5.5%
- Effective property tax rate: 2.13%
- Cost of living index: 87 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax in Milwaukee?
The combined rate is 5.5%.
Are groceries taxed in Milwaukee?
Often reduced or exempt - check local rules and apply the right rate in the calculator.