How do I file sales tax in Alabama?

You must file your sales tax returns with the Alabama Department of Revenue using the My Alabama Taxes (MAT) online portal. Returns are typically due on the 20th day of the month following the reporting period.

What items are exempt from sales tax in Alabama?

Alabama is one of the few states that fully taxes groceries. Exemptions are primarily limited to prescription drugs, gasoline, and specific agricultural or industrial equipment.

Do out-of-state sellers need to collect Alabama sales tax?

Yes. Alabama enforces an economic nexus threshold. If your business has over $250,000 in annual retail sales delivered into Alabama, you must register and collect state and local sales tax.

Verified April 2026

Maryland Sales Tax Rates: 2026 County Guide

Complete sales tax breakdown for all 22 counties in Maryland. Select a county to see city-level rates and How-To guides.

Rates verified: March 2026

Combined Rate 6.000%

State6.000%

Maryland Base State Tax Rate

Jurisdiction	Rate
Maryland State Sales Tax	6.000%
Total Combined Rate	6.000%

Economic Nexus Threshold

If your business exceeds $100,000 in annual Maryland sales or 200 transactions, you must register and collect sales tax — even from out of state.

Avg Local Tax Rate

The average combined local tax rate across Maryland is 0.00%. The highest local rate is 0.00%.

Maryland Sales Tax Rates: 2026 County Guide

Maryland Base State Tax Rate

Economic Nexus Threshold

Avg Local Tax Rate

All 22 Maryland Counties

Allegany

Anne Arundel

Baltimore

Calvert

Caroline

Carroll

Cecil

Charles

Dorchester

Frederick

Garrett

Harford

Howard

Kent

Montgomery

Prince George's

Queen Anne's

St. Mary's

Talbot

Washington

Wicomico

Worcester

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