Reverse Sales Tax Calculator Philadelphia, PA
In Philadelphia, you're paying 8% combined sales tax on most purchases. Reverse that tax with this calculator to see what the item actually cost before tax.
Philadelphia Sales Tax Rate Details
The 8% combined rate in Philadelphia breaks down as follows:
| Tax Component | Rate |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State Sales Tax | 6% |
| Local / County Tax (Philadelphia County) | 2% |
| Total Combined Rate | 8% |
For authoritative Pennsylvania tax rate information, see the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue.
Reverse Tax Formula for Philadelphia
To find the pre-tax price on any Philadelphia purchase, divide the total by 1.0800:
Original Price = Total ÷ 1.0800
Example: $108.00 ÷ 1.0800 = $100.00Example Calculations — Philadelphia
| Total Paid | Original Price | Tax Amount |
|---|---|---|
| $50.00 | $46.30 | $3.70 |
| $100.00 | $92.59 | $7.41 |
| $250.00 | $231.48 | $18.52 |
| $500.00 | $462.96 | $37.04 |
When to Use the Philadelphia Rate
Use 8% when you're making a purchase within Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia, the seller may be required to collect Pennsylvania sales tax at the applicable local rate.
Philadelphia Sales Tax – Common Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Philadelphia?▼
Philadelphia's combined sales tax rate is 8%, which includes Pennsylvania's 6% state tax plus 2% in local taxes.
How do I calculate the original price before tax in Philadelphia?▼
Divide the total by 1.0800. For example: if you paid $108.00, the original pre-tax price was $100.00.
How much sales tax would I pay on a $100 purchase in Philadelphia?▼
On a $100 pre-tax purchase in Philadelphia, you'd pay $8.00 in sales tax, for a total of $108.00.
Can I reverse sales tax for Philadelphia using just the rate?▼
Yes. The reverse sales tax formula is: Original Price = Total ÷ (1 + 8/100). Our calculator above does this automatically.