Allegheny County, Pennsylvania Sales Tax Rate
The combined sales tax rate in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania in this reference snapshot is 7% as of October 1, 2026. That includes the Pennsylvania state rate of 6%.
This is a historical rate snapshot, not a current address-specific tax determination. Confirm current rates with the state before use; the snapshot source may describe an earlier period.
State rate (6%) plus the county or city local sales tax.
Sales tax calculator for Allegheny County
Uses the reference rate as of October 1, 2026.
- Sales tax (7%)
- $7.00
- Total with tax
- $107.00
How this rate is composed
The Pennsylvania state sales tax rate is 6%. The combined 7% rate for Allegheny County comes from Pennsylvania Department of Revenue tax rates (Effective since 1994 (Allegheny) / 1998 (Philadelphia)).
Everywhere else in Pennsylvania the statewide 6% rate applies with no local addition.
Rates change on official schedules — confirm the current rate and effective date against the source above before filing. Guide reviewed October 20, 2026; rate snapshot dated October 1, 2026.
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Allegheny County sales tax questions
What is the sales tax rate in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania?
In the 2026-10-01 reference snapshot, the combined sales tax rate is 7%. It includes the Pennsylvania state rate of 6% and applicable local rates.
How much sales tax is charged on a $100 purchase in Allegheny County?
At the 7% reference rate as of 2026-10-01, a $100 taxable purchase produces $7.00 in sales tax.
When was the Allegheny County sales tax rate reviewed?
Prophit.ai reviewed this guide on 2026-10-20 against its dated source, Pennsylvania Department of Revenue tax rates. The rate snapshot remains dated 2026-10-01; this review does not certify current rates. Confirm the official source before filing because rates can change.