Virginia sales tax at a glance
The 5.3% includes the mandatory 1% statewide local tax; regional add-ons raise it to 6%, 6.3% or 7% (James City County, Williamsburg, York County); groceries and hygiene items are taxed at 1% statewide.
| State sales tax rate | 5.3% |
| Average local rate | 0.47% |
| Average combined rate | 5.77% |
| Highest combined rate | 7% |
| Groceries | Reduced |
Virginia sales tax examples
| Price | State tax only | Tax at 5.77% | Total at 5.77% |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.53 | $0.58 | $10.58 |
| $50 | $2.65 | $2.89 | $52.89 |
| $100 | $5.30 | $5.77 | $105.77 |
| $500 | $26.50 | $28.85 | $528.85 |
| $1,000 | $53.00 | $57.70 | $1,057.70 |
Also see the Virginia paycheck calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Virginia?
The Virginia state sales tax rate is 5.3%. Local taxes add an average of 0.47%, for an average combined rate of 5.77%; the highest combined rate in the state is 7%.
Are groceries taxed in Virginia?
Groceries are taxed at a reduced rate in Virginia.
How do I calculate sales tax in Virginia?
Multiply the price by the combined rate. At the average combined rate of 5.77%, a $100 purchase adds $5.77 in tax for a total of $105.77.