GST / Sales Tax for Philadelphia, PA
City figures: combined sales tax from Galvix (Oct 2026); typical home value from Zillow Home Value Index via SmartAsset (Feb 2026). Rates can differ by neighborhood. Amounts in USD.
About the GST / Sales Tax calculator for Philadelphia, PA
Use this free GST / Sales Tax calculator for Philadelphia, PA. Enter amount, tax %, mode and it shows base price, tax, total instantly. Pennsylvania charges a 8% base state sales tax; city or county rates can add more. With the default values, the base price comes to 100.
On a $1,000 purchase in Philadelphia, PA, combined state and local sales tax is about $80; on a $30,000 purchase it is about $2,400. Pennsylvania's state rate ranks 17 of 51 (1 = highest) against an average of 5.09%. 5 places have no state sales tax: Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, Oregon. Local taxes are not included.
How the GST / Sales Tax calculation works
Tax = price × rate ÷ 100. To remove tax from a total, divide the total by (1 + rate ÷ 100).
Tip: In the US, check your city and county rate, since local taxes stack on the state rate.
Frequently asked questions
What does the GST / Sales Tax calculator do for Philadelphia, PA?
It takes amount, tax %, mode and instantly calculates base price, tax, total.
Is the GST / Sales Tax calculator for Philadelphia, PA free?
Yes. It is free, needs no signup and runs in your browser, so your numbers are not stored.
What are the sales and property tax rates in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania has a 8% state sales tax and an average effective property tax of about 1.35%. Local rates vary, so check your city or county.