How is sales tax calculated?

Multiply the price by the tax rate (as a decimal) to get the tax amount, then add that to the original price for the total.

Does this work for VAT too?

Yes — VAT (Value Added Tax) uses the same calculation as sales tax for a tax-exclusive price; just enter your local VAT rate.

Calculate sales tax and the final price for any purchase.

Price before tax

Sales tax rate (%)

Tax amount

4.12

Total price

54.11

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Enter a price and your local sales tax rate to instantly see the tax amount and total price — handy for budgeting purchases or checking a receipt.

How is sales tax calculated?: Multiply the price by the tax rate (as a decimal) to get the tax amount, then add that to the original price for the total.
Does this work for VAT too?: Yes — VAT (Value Added Tax) uses the same calculation as sales tax for a tax-exclusive price; just enter your local VAT rate.

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