Sales Tax Calculator, Birmingham, AL
Calculate sales tax in Birmingham, Alabama. Find local and state tax rates.
Updated July 2026Calculate Sales Tax in Alabama
Tax Breakdown
Tax Details
Alabama Sales Tax Rates
State Rate
4.00%
Avg. Local Rate
5.24%
Combined Rate
9.24%
Local rates vary by city and county. The combined rate shown uses the statewide average local rate.
Exemptions & Taxable Items
- • Groceries are subject to sales tax
- • Clothing is subject to sales tax
- • Prescription medicine is generally exempt
Sales Tax Examples in Alabama
| Purchase Price | Sales Tax | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $2.31 | $27.31 |
| $100.00 | $9.24 | $109.24 |
| $500.00 | $46.20 | $546.20 |
| $1,000.00 | $92.40 | $1,092.40 |
Based on the average combined state + local rate of 9.24%.
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