Reverse Sales Tax Calculator
Find the original pre-tax price and the sales tax amount from a total price.
Original Price (pre-tax): -
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Use this reverse sales tax calculator, sales tax calculator, net price calculator, tax inclusive price, price from sales tax calculator for quick, clear estimates. Try a tiny example to see the impact of each input.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a reverse sales tax calculator?
A reverse sales tax calculator allows you to determine the original price of an item before sales tax was added, given the total price paid and the sales tax rate.
How do you calculate sales tax?
To calculate sales tax, multiply the original price of an item by the sales tax rate (expressed as a decimal). For example, if an item costs $100 and the tax rate is 5%, the sales tax is $100 0.05 = $5.
How do you find the original price before sales tax?
To find the original price before sales tax, divide the total price paid (including tax) by (1 + sales tax rate as a decimal). For example, if the total is $105 and the tax rate is 5%, the original price is $105 / (1 + 0.05) = $100.
What is the difference between sales tax and VAT?
Sales tax is applied at the point of sale to the final consumer and is typically added to the advertised price. Value Added Tax (VAT) is a consumption tax assessed on the value added at each stage of production and distribution, often included in the advertised price.