Sales Tax Calculator

Add or remove sales tax from a price instantly.

Price (before tax)

Sales Tax Rate

Mode

Price (before tax)

$100

Sales Tax

$8.25

Total

$108.25

After adjustment

Results are estimates only and should not be considered financial advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions.

Formula

Total = Price × (1 + rate), or Price = Total ÷ (1 + rate) when removing tax.

Worked Example

A $100 item at 8.25% sales tax: total = $108.25. Removing tax from a $108.25 receipt: $100.00.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I add sales tax to a price?

Multiply the price by (1 + tax rate). For example, a $100 item with 8.25% tax costs 100 × 1.0825 = $108.25. The tax portion is $8.25.

How do I remove sales tax from a total?

Divide the total by (1 + tax rate). For a $108.25 receipt at 8.25% tax, the pre-tax price is 108.25 ÷ 1.0825 = $100.00.

What sales tax rate should I use?

Sales tax varies by state, county, and city in the US. Check your receipt, or use your state's department of revenue lookup tool. Average combined US sales tax is around 7-9%.

Is sales tax the same as VAT?

No. Sales tax is charged once at the final point of sale to consumers. VAT (value-added tax) is collected at every step of production and distribution. Both are consumption taxes, but they work differently.

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