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Sales Tax Calculator
Add sales tax to any price. Enter the pre-tax amount and your local tax rate to see the tax and the final total.
How sales tax works
Sales tax is a percentage added at checkout. Tax = price × rate ÷ 100, and the total is price + tax. Rates vary by state, county, and city, and some items are exempt.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate sales tax?
Multiply the price by the tax rate as a decimal. For example, $50 at 7% is 50 × 0.07 = $3.50 tax, for a $53.50 total.
What sales tax rate should I use?
Use your combined state plus local rate. Many areas add city and county tax on top of the state rate.
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