Virginia Sales Tax Calculator
Add or remove Sales Tax at Virginia’s base rate of 5.3%, in USD.
Note This is the Virginia state base rate. City and county sales taxes are added on top, so the total rate you pay is usually higher — check your local rate.
Virginia Sales Tax table at 5.3%
| Net | Sales Tax (5.3%) | Gross |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $0.53 | $10.53 |
| $20.00 | $1.06 | $21.06 |
| $50.00 | $2.65 | $52.65 |
| $100.00 | $5.30 | $105.30 |
| $250.00 | $13.25 | $263.25 |
| $500.00 | $26.50 | $526.50 |
| $1,000.00 | $53.00 | $1,053.00 |
How to calculate Sales Tax in Virginia
- 01 Choose Add Sales Tax (net → gross) or Remove Sales Tax (gross → net).
- 02 Enter your amount. The 5.3% rate is pre-filled — change it if a reduced rate applies.
- 03 Read the net, sales tax and gross figures instantly, in USD.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Sales Tax rate in Virginia?
The standard Sales Tax rate in Virginia is 5.3%. This is the Virginia state base rate. City and county sales taxes are added on top, so the total rate you pay is usually higher — check your local rate.
How do I add Sales Tax to a price?
Multiply the net amount by 1.053 (that is, add 5.3%). For example, $100.00 + 5.3% sales tax = $105.30. The calculator above does this instantly.
How do I remove Sales Tax from a total?
Divide the gross (sales tax-inclusive) amount by 1.053. Switch the calculator to "Remove Sales Tax" to see the net amount and the sales tax portion.
Is this Virginia Sales Tax calculator free and private?
Yes. It is completely free, needs no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser — nothing you type is uploaded anywhere.