City rate guide · Reviewed August 11, 2026
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Sales Tax Rate
The combined sales tax rate in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 8% as of 2026. That includes the Pennsylvania state rate of 6%.
Sales tax calculator for Philadelphia
- Sales tax (8%)
- $8.00
- Total with tax
- $108.00
How this rate is composed
The Pennsylvania state sales tax rate is 6%. The combined 8% rate for Philadelphia comes from Pennsylvania Department of Revenue tax rates (Effective since 1994 (Allegheny) / 1998 (Philadelphia)).
State rate (6%) plus the county or city local sales tax.
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.
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Philadelphia sales tax questions
What is the sales tax rate in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?
The combined sales tax rate is 8%. It includes the Pennsylvania state rate of 6% and applicable local rates.
How much sales tax is charged on a $100 purchase in Philadelphia?
At the 8% combined rate, a $100 taxable purchase produces $8.00 in sales tax.
When was the Philadelphia sales tax rate reviewed?
Prophit.ai reviewed this guide on 2026-08-11 using Pennsylvania Department of Revenue tax rates. Confirm the official source before filing because rates can change.
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