Sales Tax Calculator

Calculate sales tax for any US state. Enter the item price to get the total with tax, or use reverse mode to find the pre-tax price from the amount you already paid.

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Pre-tax price$100.00
State tax (7.25%)$7.25
Total tax (7.25%)$7.25
Total price$107.25

About US Sales Tax Rates

Sales tax rates shown are the 2024 state base rates. Most counties and cities add their own local tax on top, which can add 0.5–5% depending on your area. Enter your local rate in the calculator for the most accurate result.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which states have no sales tax?

As of 2024, five states have no state sales tax: Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon. Note that Alaska and Montana allow local jurisdictions to impose their own sales taxes.

How do I calculate the pre-tax price from the total I paid?

Divide the total price by (1 + tax rate). For example, if you paid $107 and the tax rate is 7%, the pre-tax price is $107 / 1.07 = $100. Use the 'Post-tax (reverse)' mode in this calculator to do this automatically.

What state has the highest sales tax?

California has the highest state base sales tax rate at 7.25%. However, when combined with local taxes, some areas of Louisiana, Tennessee, and Arkansas can have combined rates exceeding 10%.