Sales Tax Generator

Quickly find total prices with tax included or excluded.

Forward Calculation Reverse Calculation

Price ($):

Tax Rate (%):

Calculate Sales Tax in 3 Simple Steps – Quick & Accurate!

1. Choose Your Tool
Use the Calculate Sales Tax tool to find the tax amount for a given purchase. Or use the Reverse Tax Calculator to determine the original price before tax. Type in the item price and your local sales tax rate (as a percentage).

2. Click ‘Calculate’
Our tool will instantly compute the sales tax amount and the final total, breaking it down for full clarity

3. View and Use Your Results
Use the result for receipts, invoices, or budget planning. It’s fast, reliable, and completely free!

Free Sales Tax Calculator – FAQs

What is a Sales Tax Calculator?

A Sales Tax Calculator is a tool that helps you determine the total cost of a purchase by adding the applicable sales tax to the base price. It calculates the tax amount based on the tax rate for a specific location.

How does the Sales Tax Calculator work?

You input the purchase amount and select or enter the applicable sales tax rate for your location. The calculator multiplies the purchase amount by the tax rate to compute the tax, then adds it to the original amount to provide the total cost.

Can the calculator handle combined state and local taxes?

Yes, if you provide the combined tax rate (state + local), the calculator will apply it to the purchase amount. Alternatively, some calculators allow you to enter state and local rates separately for precise calculations.

Does the calculator support reverse sales tax?

Yes, some tools allow you to calculate the original price before tax. Just enter the total price and tax rate. The tool will show the pre-tax amount.

What happens if I enter invalid inputs?

If you enter negative numbers, non-numeric values, or leave fields empty, the calculator will display an alert asking for valid positive numbers. Ensure all inputs are numeric and non-negative.