Reverse Sales Tax Calculator Aurora, IL
Aurora shoppers pay a combined sales tax rate of 8.25%. If you've got a receipt total and need to work back to the pre-tax price, this calculator does it in one step.
Aurora Sales Tax Rate Details
The 8.25% combined rate in Aurora breaks down as follows:
| Tax Component | Rate |
|---|---|
| Illinois State Sales Tax | 6.25% |
| Local / County Tax (Kane County) | 2% |
| Total Combined Rate | 8.25% |
For authoritative Illinois tax rate information, see the Illinois Department of Revenue.
Reverse Tax Formula for Aurora
To find the pre-tax price on any Aurora purchase, divide the total by 1.0825:
Original Price = Total ÷ 1.0825
Example: $108.25 ÷ 1.0825 = $100.00Example Calculations — Aurora
| Total Paid | Original Price | Tax Amount |
|---|---|---|
| $50.00 | $46.19 | $3.81 |
| $100.00 | $92.38 | $7.62 |
| $250.00 | $230.95 | $19.05 |
| $500.00 | $461.89 | $38.11 |
When to Use the Aurora Rate
Use 8.25% when you're making a purchase within Aurora 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 Aurora, the seller may be required to collect Illinois sales tax at the applicable local rate.
Aurora Sales Tax – Common Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Aurora?▼
Aurora's combined sales tax rate is 8.25%, which includes Illinois's 6.25% state tax plus 2% in local taxes.
How do I calculate the original price before tax in Aurora?▼
Divide the total by 1.0825. For example: if you paid $108.25, the original pre-tax price was $100.00.
How much sales tax would I pay on a $100 purchase in Aurora?▼
On a $100 pre-tax purchase in Aurora, you'd pay $8.25 in sales tax, for a total of $108.25.
Can I reverse sales tax for Aurora using just the rate?▼
Yes. The reverse sales tax formula is: Original Price = Total ÷ (1 + 8.25/100). Our calculator above does this automatically.