MILWAUKEE, WI Sales Tax Rate 2026

MILWAUKEE Sales Tax Overview

As of 2026, MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin has an average combined sales tax rate of 7.608%, with rates varying across 48 zip codes from 5.9% to 7.9%. This rate includes the Wisconsin state tax of 5% plus applicable county and local taxes.

Different areas within MILWAUKEE may have different rates due to special tax districts, transit authority taxes, or other local levies. It is important to use your exact zip code when calculating taxes for purchases, business filings, or compliance purposes.

MILWAUKEE Tax Examples

$25 meal $1.90 tax

$100 purchase $7.61 tax

$500 electronics $38.04 tax

$1,000 appliance $76.08 tax

* Based on average rate of 7.608%. Verify with your exact zip code.

MILWAUKEE Zip Codes & Tax Rates

Zip Code	Combined	State	County	City
53007	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53051	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53154	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53201	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53202	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53203	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53204	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53205	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53206	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53207	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53208	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53209	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53210	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53211	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53212	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53213	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53214	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53215	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53216	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53217	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53218	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53219	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53220	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53221	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53222	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53223	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53224	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53225	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53226	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53227	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53228	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53233	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53235	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53237	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53259	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53274	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53278	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53288	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53290	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53293	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53295	7.9%	5%	0.9%	2%
53005	5.9%	5%	0.9%	0%
53092	5.9%	5%	0.9%	0%
53129	5.9%	5%	0.9%	0%
53130	5.9%	5%	0.9%	0%
53132	5.9%	5%	0.9%	0%
53150	5.9%	5%	0.9%	0%
53234	5.9%	5%	0.9%	0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the sales tax rate in MILWAUKEE, WI?

The average sales tax rate in MILWAUKEE, WI is 7.608% as of 2026. This includes the 5% Wisconsin state tax plus any county and city taxes.

How many zip codes are in MILWAUKEE, WI?

MILWAUKEE, WI has 48 zip codes in our database: 53007, 53051, 53154, 53201, 53202 and 43 more.

How much is sales tax on a $100 purchase in MILWAUKEE?

On a $100 purchase in MILWAUKEE, WI you would pay approximately $7.61 in sales tax at the average rate of 7.608%, for a total of $107.61.

Is MILWAUKEE's sales tax rate higher than the Wisconsin average?

Use our calculator to compare MILWAUKEE's rate of 7.608% against other cities in Wisconsin. Visit the Wisconsin state page for the statewide average.

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