Arizona · Sales Tax
The Arizona state sales tax rate is 5.6%. On a $100 purchase, the tax is $5.60, for a total of $105.60.
| Arizona Sales Tax | Rate | On $100 | On $1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| State base rate | 5.6% | $5.60 | $56.00 |
| Maximum combined | 11.2% | $11.20 | $112.00 |
| Pre-tax from $108.50 total | — | ÷1.0560 |
The state base sales tax rate in Arizona is 5.6%. Phoenix adds 2.3%, Scottsdale adds 1.75%. The maximum combined rate (state plus highest local) reaches 11.2%.
Multiply the pre-tax price by 0.0560 (the decimal form of 5.6%). For example, a $250 purchase has a Arizona state sales tax of $14.00, for a total of $264.00. To reverse-calculate: if you have the total and want the pre-tax price, divide the total by 1.0560.
Food and grocery tax rules vary by state. In Arizona, the standard rate of 5.6% applies, though some states exempt grocery staples. Check the Arizona Department of Revenue for specific grocery exemption rules.
The Arizona state rate of 5.6% is close to the national median of approximately 6.0%. Combined with local rates, the effective rate in Arizona ranges from 5.6% to 11.2%.