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Sales Tax Calculator – Calculate Price After Tax

A sales tax calculator finds the total price after adding sales tax. You enter the pre-tax price and the tax rate (e.g. 8%). This article explains the formula and links to our sales tax calculator.

Quick Answer

LabelValue
Price$100
Tax rate8%
Total after tax$108

How It Works

Total = price × (1 + tax rate ÷ 100). For $100 with 8% tax: $100 × 1.08 = $108. Enter your price and your local sales tax rate in our calculator. Tax rates vary by state and locality.

Additional Notes

Check your state and local rates. Some items may be exempt.

Use Our Calculator

Try our Sales Tax Calculator for your own numbers: /calculators/sales-tax-calculator

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Frequently asked questions
  • Multiply the price by (1 + tax rate / 100). Example: $50 at 6% = $53.

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