What is 6.25% sales tax on $10?

$0.63 — at a 6.25% sales tax rate, the tax on a $10 purchase is $0.63. Adding this to the original price gives you the total amount you will pay at checkout. Sales tax rates vary significantly across states and municipalities.

Sales tax rates in the United States range from 0% (Delaware, Montana, Oregon, New Hampshire) to over 10% in some cities when state and local taxes are combined. Many states exempt groceries, prescription medications, and clothing from sales tax.

Below is the step-by-step calculation used to determine the result.