Reverse Sales Tax Calculator Atlanta, GA
Atlanta shoppers pay a combined sales tax rate of 8.9%. If you've got a receipt total and need to work back to the pre-tax price, this calculator does it in one step.
Atlanta Sales Tax Rate Details
The 8.9% combined rate in Atlanta breaks down as follows:
| Tax Component | Rate |
|---|---|
| Georgia State Sales Tax | 4% |
| Local / County Tax (Fulton County) | 4.9% |
| Total Combined Rate | 8.9% |
For authoritative Georgia tax rate information, see the Georgia Department of Revenue.
Reverse Tax Formula for Atlanta
To find the pre-tax price on any Atlanta purchase, divide the total by 1.0890:
Original Price = Total ÷ 1.0890
Example: $108.90 ÷ 1.0890 = $100.00Example Calculations — Atlanta
| Total Paid | Original Price | Tax Amount |
|---|---|---|
| $50.00 | $45.91 | $4.09 |
| $100.00 | $91.83 | $8.17 |
| $250.00 | $229.57 | $20.43 |
| $500.00 | $459.14 | $40.86 |
When to Use the Atlanta Rate
Use 8.9% when you're making a purchase within Atlanta 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 Atlanta, the seller may be required to collect Georgia sales tax at the applicable local rate.
Atlanta Sales Tax – Common Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Atlanta?▼
Atlanta's combined sales tax rate is 8.9%, which includes Georgia's 4% state tax plus 4.9% in local taxes.
How do I calculate the original price before tax in Atlanta?▼
Divide the total by 1.0890. For example: if you paid $108.90, the original pre-tax price was $100.00.
How much sales tax would I pay on a $100 purchase in Atlanta?▼
On a $100 pre-tax purchase in Atlanta, you'd pay $8.90 in sales tax, for a total of $108.90.
Can I reverse sales tax for Atlanta using just the rate?▼
Yes. The reverse sales tax formula is: Original Price = Total ÷ (1 + 8.9/100). Our calculator above does this automatically.