Reverse Sales Tax Calculator Allentown, PA
At 6% combined, Allentown's sales tax adds up fast on large purchases. Enter your total amount below to strip out the tax and find the original price.
Allentown Sales Tax Rate Details
The 6% combined rate in Allentown breaks down as follows:
| Tax Component | Rate |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State Sales Tax | 6% |
| Local / County Tax (Lehigh County) | 0% |
| Total Combined Rate | 6% |
For authoritative Pennsylvania tax rate information, see the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue.
Reverse Tax Formula for Allentown
To find the pre-tax price on any Allentown purchase, divide the total by 1.0600:
Original Price = Total ÷ 1.0600
Example: $106.00 ÷ 1.0600 = $100.00Example Calculations — Allentown
| Total Paid | Original Price | Tax Amount |
|---|---|---|
| $50.00 | $47.17 | $2.83 |
| $100.00 | $94.34 | $5.66 |
| $250.00 | $235.85 | $14.15 |
| $500.00 | $471.70 | $28.30 |
When to Use the Allentown Rate
Use 6% when you're making a purchase within Allentown 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 Allentown, the seller may be required to collect Pennsylvania sales tax at the applicable local rate.
Allentown Sales Tax – Common Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Allentown?▼
Allentown's combined sales tax rate is 6%, which includes Pennsylvania's 6% state tax plus 0% in local taxes.
How do I calculate the original price before tax in Allentown?▼
Divide the total by 1.0600. For example: if you paid $106.00, the original pre-tax price was $100.00.
How much sales tax would I pay on a $100 purchase in Allentown?▼
On a $100 pre-tax purchase in Allentown, you'd pay $6.00 in sales tax, for a total of $106.00.
Can I reverse sales tax for Allentown using just the rate?▼
Yes. The reverse sales tax formula is: Original Price = Total ÷ (1 + 6/100). Our calculator above does this automatically.