The sales tax rate in Birmingham, Alabama is 10%. That is made up of the 4% Alabama state sales tax plus about 6% in local city and county taxes. On a $100 purchase you pay $10.00 in sales tax, for a total of $110.00.
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When you buy something in Birmingham, the price at the register includes a combined sales tax of 10%. That figure layers local Birmingham city and county taxes of about 6% on top of the Alabama state base rate of 4%. The exact rate can vary slightly by special taxing district within the city, so always confirm the rate shown at checkout for your specific address.
To work out the tax on any purchase, multiply the price by 10%. A few quick examples for Birmingham:
| Purchase price | Sales tax (10%) | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $20 | $2.00 | $22.00 |
| $50 | $5.00 | $55.00 |
| $100 | $10.00 | $110.00 |
| $500 | $50.00 | $550.00 |
| $1,000 | $100.00 | $1,100.00 |
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The combined sales tax rate in Birmingham, AL is 10%, which includes the 4% Alabama state rate and about 6% in local taxes.
Multiply the price by 10% (i.e. by 0.1000). For example, a $50 item has $5.00 of sales tax, for a total of $55.00.
Divide the tax-inclusive total by 1.1000. The result is the pre-tax price and the remainder is the 10% tax.
No. Alabama charges a 4% state rate, and Birmingham adds local taxes on top for a 10% combined rate.