Sales Tax Calculator of Wisconsin for 2016

This page provides an overview of all the sales tax rates across Wisconsin for 2016, giving you a clear picture of the state, county, and local rates in effect.

To get more precise information, you can navigate further to find sales tax rates by specific city or ZIP code. Entering the purchase price will allow you to see the exact sales tax amount for your transaction.

How 2016 Sales Tax are calculated in Wisconsin

The state general sales tax rate of Wisconsin is 5%. Cities and/or municipalities don't have a city sales tax.

Every 2016 combined rates mentioned above are the results of state rate (5%), the county rate (0% to 0.5%), and in some case, special rate (0% to 0.5%).

There is no city sales tax for the Wisconsin cities.

Variations by Purchase Type

Applicable tax rates vary depending on the purchase category. Common taxable categories include:

• Consumer use
• Rentals
• Retail sales (sales tax)
• Seller's use
• Lodgings

Wisconsin state rate(s) for 2016

Lowest possible rate: 5% (e.g., Adell, Wisconsin)
Other common rates: 5.1% .5.5%,
Highest possible rate: 5.6% (Allenton, Wisconsin)
Average combined rate across Wisconsin: 5.414% including state, county, and city portions.

Distribution of Sales Tax Rates

• Low range: 5% - 5.2%
• Medium range: 5.2% - 5.4%
• High range: 5.4% - 5.6%