Tax Calculator
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How It Works
Tax amount = Price × (Rate / 100)
Total = Price + Tax amount
Pre-tax price = Total / (1 + Rate / 100)
Common Sales Tax Rates
- California: 7.25% state rate (local add-ons bring most areas to 8.5–10.25%)
- Texas: 6.25% state + up to 2% local = max 8.25%
- New York: 4% state + local, NYC is 8.875%
- Oregon, Montana, New Hampshire, Delaware: no sales tax
- UK VAT: 20% standard rate
- Canada GST: 5% federal + provincial
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between sales tax and VAT?
Sales tax is collected only at the final point of sale (the consumer pays it). VAT (Value Added Tax) is collected at each stage of production, with businesses reclaiming what they've paid. From the consumer's perspective, both add a percentage to the final price.
How do I find the pre-tax price from a receipt total?
Divide the total by (1 + tax rate as a decimal). For example, a $108.25 total at 8.25% tax: $108.25 ÷ 1.0825 = $100.00 pre-tax.