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California Sales Tax Calculator
Add or remove California sales tax. State rate 7.25%; average combined rate with local taxes is 8.99%. Adjust to your city. USD.
California sales tax explained
The California state sales tax rate is 7.25%. Counties and cities can add local sales taxes on top, so the average combined rate paid in California is about 8.99%, and the exact rate depends on the address of the sale. This calculator defaults to the state rate — change it to your local combined rate for an exact figure, or use Remove tax to back the pre-tax price out of a receipt total.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in California?
The California state sales tax rate is 7.25%. With local taxes, the average combined rate is about 8.99%.
How do I remove sales tax from a total?
Divide the tax-inclusive total by (1 + rate). Switch to Remove tax above and enter the total.
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