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Georgia sales tax Calculator

Georgia has a 4% state sales tax rate, but nearly every county imposes additional local option sales taxes — most commonly a 1% LOST (Local Option Sales Tax) and a 1% SPLOST (Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax) — pushing most Georgians to a combined rate of 7% or 8%.

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Rates updated for May 2026

This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax advice. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation. Rates last verified May 2026.

Verify rates on May 2026

How it's calculated

Price × 0.085 = sales tax owed (Atlanta / Fulton County example)
1

Start with the purchase price: $20,000.00

2

Multiply by the combined tax rate to get the tax amount: $1,700.00

3

Add tax to the purchase price for the total amount due: $21,700.00

Georgia sales tax rates by county

LocationCombined rate
Fulton County (Atlanta)8.5%
Gwinnett County6%
Cobb County6%
DeKalb County8%
Cherokee County7%
Forsyth County7%
Chatham County (Savannah)7%
Richmond County (Augusta)8%

Common examples in Georgia

Based on county rates shown above. Select your county in the calculator for a precise result.

Used car purchase

$12,000.00 purchase

$1,020.00

tax owed

New car purchase

$28,000.00 purchase

$2,380.00

tax owed

Electronics (laptop)

$1,000.00 purchase

$85.00

tax owed

Home appliance

$600.00 purchase

$51.00

tax owed

Frequently asked questions

What is the sales tax rate in Georgia?
Georgia's state sales tax rate is 4%. Most counties add local option sales taxes of 2%–4%, bringing combined rates to between 6% and 9% depending on the county. Fulton County (Atlanta) has one of the highest combined rates at 8.5%.
What is the sales tax rate in Atlanta, Georgia?
Atlanta sits in Fulton County, which has a combined sales tax rate of 8.5% — the 4% state rate plus multiple local additions including the Atlanta city tax, MARTA tax, and local option sales taxes. This is one of the higher combined rates in the state.
Does Georgia have a sales tax holiday?
Georgia historically held an annual Energy Star and back-to-school tax-free weekend, but the legislature has not consistently renewed it in recent years. Check the Georgia Department of Revenue website for the current year's status, as it is reauthorized annually.
What is exempt from sales tax in Georgia?
Georgia exempts most groceries (unprepared food) from the state sales tax, though some counties still apply local taxes to groceries. Prescription drugs and certain medical equipment are also exempt. Most clothing, electronics, and household goods are fully taxable.
Do you pay sales tax on a used car in Georgia?
Georgia replaced the traditional sales tax on vehicle purchases with a Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) — a one-time fee paid at the time of title transfer. The TAVT rate is 7% of the vehicle's fair market value, regardless of the purchase price. This applies to both new and used vehicles.
Is there sales tax on groceries in Georgia?
Most unprepared groceries are exempt from Georgia's 4% state sales tax. However, local county sales taxes may still apply to groceries depending on the county. Prepared food from restaurants and ready-to-eat items are taxable at the full combined rate.

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