Pennsylvania Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax in Pennsylvania using the 6% statewide base rate. Add tax to a pre-tax price, or work backward to find the tax inside a total. Most of Pennsylvania uses the flat 6% rate; Philadelphia adds 2% and Allegheny County adds 1%. You can change the rate above to match your exact local rate.
Pennsylvania Sales Tax Calculator
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How It Works
Pennsylvania’s statewide base sales tax rate is 6%. To add tax, the calculator multiplies the price by 6% and adds it to give the total. To remove it, it divides the total by 1.0600 to recover the pre-tax price and reveal the tax portion. Most of Pennsylvania uses the flat 6% rate; Philadelphia adds 2% and Allegheny County adds 1%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania’s statewide base sales tax rate is 6%. Most of Pennsylvania uses the flat 6% rate; Philadelphia adds 2% and Allegheny County adds 1%.
How do I calculate 6% sales tax in Pennsylvania?
Multiply the price by 6% and add it. For example, a $100 purchase plus 6% Pennsylvania sales tax is $6.00 tax, for a total of $106.00.
Why might my actual rate be higher than 6%?
The 6% figure is the state base rate only. Most of Pennsylvania uses the flat 6% rate; Philadelphia adds 2% and Allegheny County adds 1%. Enter your exact combined rate in the calculator for a precise result at your location.