Jefferson County sales tax rate, Alabama
Quick answer
Combined sales tax in Jefferson County runs 10% across the cities we cover, on top of Alabama's 4% state rate. The county share is a separate line from any city or special-district increment, which is why two addresses in the same county can pay different totals.
Cities in Jefferson County
County share shown separately from the city and district layers.
| City | State | County | City + districts | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | 4% | 2% | 4% | 10% |
Source: Alabama Department of Revenue · rates as published for 2026