Calculate sales tax in a few simple steps.
Input the pre-tax price of your purchase.
Enter the sales tax rate for your location (as a percentage).
Click calculate to process the amounts.
Review the tax amount and total price including tax.
Sales tax is calculated by multiplying the purchase price by the tax rate. For example, a $100 item with 8% tax results in $8 in tax for a $108 total.
Yes, sales tax rates vary significantly by state, county, and city. Some states have no sales tax, while others may have rates exceeding 10%.
Exemptions vary by jurisdiction but often include groceries, prescription medications, and clothing (in some states). Services may also be tax-exempt.
Accurately calculate the final price of an item after applying sales tax, or reverse calculate the pre-tax amount.
Use the Sales Tax Calculator to find out the final price of an item after applying sales tax. You can also reverse calculate to determine the pre-tax price based on the total cost, allowing you to understand the tax amount on your purchases.
Calculate sales tax in a few simple steps.