Pennsylvania · Sales Tax
The Pennsylvania state sales tax rate is 6.0%. On a $100 purchase, the tax is $6.00, for a total of $106.00.
| Pennsylvania Sales Tax | Rate | On $100 | On $1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| State base rate | 6.0% | $6.00 | $60.00 |
| Maximum combined | 8.0% | $8.00 | $80.00 |
| Pre-tax from $108.50 total | — | ÷1.0600 |
The state base sales tax rate in Pennsylvania is 6.0%. Philadelphia 8%; Allegheny County (Pittsburgh) 7%; groceries and clothing exempt. The maximum combined rate (state plus highest local) reaches 8.0%.
Multiply the pre-tax price by 0.0600 (the decimal form of 6.0%). For example, a $250 purchase has a Pennsylvania state sales tax of $15.00, for a total of $265.00. To reverse-calculate: if you have the total and want the pre-tax price, divide the total by 1.0600.
Food and grocery tax rules vary by state. In Pennsylvania, the standard rate of 6.0% applies, though some states exempt grocery staples. Check the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue for specific grocery exemption rules.
The Pennsylvania state rate of 6.0% is close to the national median of approximately 6.0%. Combined with local rates, the effective rate in Pennsylvania ranges from 6.0% to 8.0%.