Virginia Sales Tax Calculator
Add or remove Virginia sales tax from a price, using the state rate plus the average local rate.
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About the Virginia Sales Tax Calculator
This Virginia sales tax calculator adds sales tax to a price or removes it from a total. It starts with the average combined Virginia rate of 5.77% (state rate 5.30% plus average local rate). Change the rate to match your city or county.
How to use it
- Enter a price or a total.
- Keep the average combined rate or type your local rate.
- Choose add or remove sales tax and press Calculate sales tax.
Virginia sales tax rate in 2026
The Virginia state sales tax rate is 5.30%. Local governments add an average of 0.47%, for an average combined rate of 5.77%. Your exact rate depends on your city and county, so check the Virginia department of revenue for your address.
Source: Tax Foundation, 2026 state and local sales tax rates (as of July 1, 2026).
Virginia sales tax examples at 5.77%
| Price | Sales tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.58 | $10.58 |
| $25 | $1.44 | $26.44 |
| $50 | $2.88 | $52.89 |
| $100 | $5.77 | $105.77 |
| $250 | $14.43 | $264.43 |
| $500 | $28.85 | $528.85 |
| $1,000 | $57.70 | $1,057.70 |
How to calculate sales tax
Sales tax = price × rate. To remove tax from a total, divide the total by (1 + rate). For example, $108 at 8% includes $8 of tax on a $100 price.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax in Virginia?
The Virginia state rate is 5.30%. With average local taxes the combined rate is about 5.77%. Your actual rate depends on your location.
Does Virginia have local sales tax?
Yes, local governments can add taxes. The average local rate is about 0.47%.
How do I calculate sales tax in Virginia?
Multiply the price by the sales tax rate, then add it to the price. The calculator above does it for you.
What is $100 with sales tax in Virginia?
At the average combined rate of 5.77%, $100 costs $105.77.
Where can I find my exact Virginia rate?
Use the Virginia department of revenue rate lookup tool for your address.
Last reviewed: November 2026. Rates are averages. Confirm your local rate with the state department of revenue.