Sales tax calculator

Enter price and sales tax rate to see tax amount and total. Verify rates for your state or locality.

Price
100.00
Sales tax
7.50
Total
107.50

Rates vary by location. Verify locally.

How it works

Sales tax = Price × Rate ÷ 100. Total = Price + Sales tax

  1. Enter the price

    Use the price before tax.

  2. Enter the tax rate

    Use the combined state and local rate that applies to the sale.

  3. Read tax and total

    Add the sales tax as its own line on your invoice.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about this calculator.

What rate should I use in the US?

Sales tax is set by state and often by county or city too. Add the rates that apply to where the sale takes place.

Should sales tax be a separate line?

Yes. Showing tax separately makes the invoice clearer and is required in many places.

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