Sales tax
Maine sales tax for contractors
The average combined state and local sales tax rate in Maine is about 5.5%. Use the calculator to add it to the taxable part of an invoice.
Often just materials. Many states don't tax labor.
Filled in with the state's average rate. Change it to your local rate.
Sales tax$55.00
Total with tax$1,055.00
Average combined state and local rates. Your city or county rate may differ, and rules for labor vary by state. This is not tax advice.
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Check these three things
- Your local rate. 5.5% is an average. Your city or county rate may be higher or lower. Your state revenue department lists the rate for each address.
- What is taxable. Many states tax materials but not labor, and some treat repairs differently from new construction.
- Who pays the tax. In some states the contractor pays tax when buying materials instead of charging it on the invoice.
This page is general information, not tax advice. Check with Maine's revenue department or your accountant.
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