what is the sales tax in massachusetts
6.25%. The Massachusetts state sales tax rate is 6.25%, and the average MA sales tax after local surtaxes is 6.25%. Food, clothing items under $175, admissions sales, and most utilities and heating fuel are exempt from the Massachusetts sales tax.
The Massachusetts state sales tax rate is 6.25%, and the average MA sales tax after local surtaxes is 6.25%. 1  Groceries and prescription drugs are exempt from the Massachusetts sales tax. 2  Counties and cities are not allowed to collect local sales taxes.