Maine Sales Tax (2026)

Info: 5.5% general sales and use tax statewide (Maine Revenue Services rate schedule).

InfoVerified Jul 12, 2026

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5.5% general sales and use tax statewide (Maine Revenue Services rate schedule). Higher special rates apply: prepared food 8%, lodging 9%, short-term auto rental 10%, adult-use cannabis 10%.

Official source: maine.gov →

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Sales Tax in states bordering Maine

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

New HampshirePermitted
New Hampshire has no general sales tax (state or local).
Verified Jul 15, 2026 · Source: revenue.nh.gov · Full New Hampshire rule →

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