Wisconsin Sales Tax Calculator
The Wisconsin state rate, the official rates of the places we checked, and a calculator.
Updated October 2026Calculate Sales Tax in Wisconsin
Tax Breakdown
State tax only: local rates vary by place in Wisconsin. Pick a city below for its full rate.
Tax Details
Wisconsin Sales Tax Rates
State Rate
5.00%
Local Taxes
Vary by place
Places Checked
1
Local rates vary by city, county and special district. State rate source: Wisconsin revenue department, checked October 13, 2026.
Exemptions & Taxable Items
- • Groceries are exempt from sales tax
- • Clothing is subject to sales tax
- • Prescription medicine is generally exempt
Wisconsin State Sales Tax Examples
| Purchase Price | Sales Tax | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $1.25 | $26.25 |
| $100.00 | $5.00 | $105.00 |
| $500.00 | $25.00 | $525.00 |
| $1,000.00 | $50.00 | $1,050.00 |
State tax only (5%). Local taxes add to these amounts wherever they apply.
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