Reverse Sales Tax Calculator Los Angeles, CA
In Los Angeles, 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.
Los Angeles Sales Tax Rate Details
The 10.25% combined rate in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles
To find the pre-tax price on any Los Angeles purchase, divide the total by 1.1025:
Original Price = Total ÷ 1.1025
Example: $110.25 ÷ 1.1025 = $100.00Example Calculations — Los Angeles
| 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 Los Angeles Rate
Use 10.25% when you're making a purchase within Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles, the seller may be required to collect California sales tax at the applicable local rate.
Los Angeles Sales Tax – Common Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Los Angeles?▼
Los Angeles'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 Los Angeles?▼
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 Los Angeles?▼
On a $100 pre-tax purchase in Los Angeles, you'd pay $10.25 in sales tax, for a total of $110.25.
Can I reverse sales tax for Los Angeles using just the rate?▼
Yes. The reverse sales tax formula is: Original Price = Total ÷ (1 + 10.25/100). Our calculator above does this automatically.