Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax amount and total price with tax
About This Calculator
The Sales Tax Calculator calculates the sales tax amount and total price including tax. This tool helps you determine the final cost of purchases when sales tax is applied.
How It Works
- 1
Enter the price of the item before tax.
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Input the sales tax rate as a percentage.
- 3
The calculator computes the tax amount and total price including tax.
Formula Explanation
Sales Tax Amount = Price × (Tax Rate / 100)Multiply the price by the tax rate (as a decimal) to calculate the sales tax amount.
Total Price = Price + Sales Tax AmountAdd the sales tax amount to the original price to get the total price you will pay.
Tips
Sales tax rates vary by state, county, and city - check your local rate.
Some items may be exempt from sales tax (food, medicine, etc.).
Online purchases may have different tax rates based on shipping location.
Keep receipts to track tax paid for tax deduction purposes.