How to calculate sales tax
- Choose Add tax for a price tag, or Remove tax if you only know the total on a receipt.
- Pick your city or type any sales tax rate.
- Read the price before tax, the tax and the total.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax in Los Angeles?
9.75% in the City of Los Angeles in 2026: the 7.25% California base rate plus Los Angeles County district taxes. Some cities in the county charge up to 10.25% or more.
How do I calculate sales tax?
Multiply the price by the rate. A $80 item at 9.75% has $7.80 tax, so the total is $87.80.
How do I find the price before tax?
Divide the total by 1 plus the rate. A $109.75 total at 9.75% means the price was $100.
Which states have no sales tax?
Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire and Oregon have no statewide sales tax, although some Alaska towns add a local one.