Reverse Sales Tax Calculator Long Beach, CA
In Long Beach, you're paying 10.25% combined sales tax on most purchases. Reverse that tax with this calculator to see what the item actually cost before tax.
Long Beach Sales Tax Rate Details
The 10.25% combined rate in Long Beach breaks down as follows:
| Tax Component | Rate |
|---|---|
| California State Sales Tax | 7.25% |
| Local / County Tax (Los Angeles County) | 3% |
| Total Combined Rate | 10.25% |
For authoritative California tax rate information, see the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration.
Reverse Tax Formula for Long Beach
To find the pre-tax price on any Long Beach purchase, divide the total by 1.1025:
Original Price = Total ÷ 1.1025
Example: $110.25 ÷ 1.1025 = $100.00Example Calculations — Long Beach
| Total Paid | Original Price | Tax Amount |
|---|---|---|
| $50.00 | $45.35 | $4.65 |
| $100.00 | $90.70 | $9.30 |
| $250.00 | $226.76 | $23.24 |
| $500.00 | $453.51 | $46.49 |
When to Use the Long Beach Rate
Use 10.25% when you're making a purchase within Long Beach 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 Long Beach, the seller may be required to collect California sales tax at the applicable local rate.
Long Beach Sales Tax – Common Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Long Beach?▼
Long Beach's combined sales tax rate is 10.25%, which includes California's 7.25% state tax plus 3% in local taxes.
How do I calculate the original price before tax in Long Beach?▼
Divide the total by 1.1025. For example: if you paid $110.25, the original pre-tax price was $100.00.
How much sales tax would I pay on a $100 purchase in Long Beach?▼
On a $100 pre-tax purchase in Long Beach, you'd pay $10.25 in sales tax, for a total of $110.25.
Can I reverse sales tax for Long Beach using just the rate?▼
Yes. The reverse sales tax formula is: Original Price = Total ÷ (1 + 10.25/100). Our calculator above does this automatically.