Reverse Sales Tax Calculator Tucson, AZ
At 8.7% combined, Tucson's sales tax adds up fast on large purchases. Enter your total amount below to strip out the tax and find the original price.
Tucson Sales Tax Rate Details
The 8.7% combined rate in Tucson breaks down as follows:
| Tax Component | Rate |
|---|---|
| Arizona State Sales Tax | 5.6% |
| Local / County Tax (Pima County) | 3.1% |
| Total Combined Rate | 8.7% |
For authoritative Arizona tax rate information, see the Arizona Department of Revenue.
Reverse Tax Formula for Tucson
To find the pre-tax price on any Tucson purchase, divide the total by 1.0870:
Original Price = Total ÷ 1.0870
Example: $108.70 ÷ 1.0870 = $100.00Example Calculations — Tucson
| Total Paid | Original Price | Tax Amount |
|---|---|---|
| $50.00 | $46.00 | $4.00 |
| $100.00 | $92.00 | $8.00 |
| $250.00 | $229.99 | $20.01 |
| $500.00 | $459.98 | $40.02 |
When to Use the Tucson Rate
Use 8.7% when you're making a purchase within Tucson city limits. Purchases made just outside the city may fall under a different county rate. When in doubt, check your receipt—the tax rate is usually printed there.
If you're calculating tax for an online purchase shipped to Tucson, the seller may be required to collect Arizona sales tax at the applicable local rate.
Tucson Sales Tax – Common Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Tucson?▼
Tucson's combined sales tax rate is 8.7%, which includes Arizona's 5.6% state tax plus 3.1% in local taxes.
How do I calculate the original price before tax in Tucson?▼
Divide the total by 1.0870. For example: if you paid $108.70, the original pre-tax price was $100.00.
How much sales tax would I pay on a $100 purchase in Tucson?▼
On a $100 pre-tax purchase in Tucson, you'd pay $8.70 in sales tax, for a total of $108.70.
Can I reverse sales tax for Tucson using just the rate?▼
Yes. The reverse sales tax formula is: Original Price = Total ÷ (1 + 8.7/100). Our calculator above does this automatically.