Pennsylvania Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate Pennsylvania sales tax instantly. State rate: 6%. Combined with local taxes up to 8.00%. Free calculator.
How This Calculator Works
Calculation methodology and assumptions
Pennsylvania's state sales tax rate is 6%. Local jurisdictions (cities and counties) may add up to 2%, bringing the maximum combined rate to 8.00%. Some items like groceries and prescription drugs may be exempt or taxed at lower rates depending on the jurisdiction.
Key State Information
Pennsylvania state sales tax: 6%. Maximum local add-on: 2%. Pennsylvania exempts clothing from sales tax (or taxes it at a reduced rate). Pennsylvania exempts most groceries from sales tax.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania's state sales tax rate is 6%. Adding local taxes, the combined rate can reach up to 8.00% depending on your city and county.
Does Pennsylvania tax groceries?
Pennsylvania generally exempts most unprepared food items from sales tax, though prepared foods/restaurant meals are taxable.
Are there sales tax holidays in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania does not currently offer sales tax holidays.