Virginia · Sales Tax
The Virginia state sales tax rate is 4.3%. On a $100 purchase, the tax is $4.30, for a total of $104.30.
| Virginia Sales Tax | Rate | On $100 | On $1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| State base rate | 4.3% | $4.30 | $43.00 |
| Maximum combined | 7.0% | $7.00 | $70.00 |
| Pre-tax from $108.50 total | — | ÷1.0430 |
The state base sales tax rate in Virginia is 4.3%. Northern Virginia and Hampton Roads regions add 0.7% extra; total 6%. The maximum combined rate (state plus highest local) reaches 7.0%.
Multiply the pre-tax price by 0.0430 (the decimal form of 4.3%). For example, a $250 purchase has a Virginia state sales tax of $10.75, for a total of $260.75. To reverse-calculate: if you have the total and want the pre-tax price, divide the total by 1.0430.
Food and grocery tax rules vary by state. In Virginia, the standard rate of 4.3% applies, though some states exempt grocery staples. Check the Virginia Department of Revenue for specific grocery exemption rules.
The Virginia state rate of 4.3% is below the national median of approximately 6.0%. Combined with local rates, the effective rate in Virginia ranges from 4.3% to 7.0%.