Arizona Sales Tax Calculator
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Arizona levies a Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) — the state's equivalent of a sales tax — at a base rate of 5.6% on most retail sales. Unlike a traditional sales tax collected from the buyer, TPT is technically a privilege tax on the seller for doing business in the state, though the cost is nearly always passed on to consumers at the register.
Beyond the 5.6% state rate, counties and cities layer on their own rates. The average combined sales tax rate in Arizona is 8.52% (Tax Foundation, 2025), one of the higher averages in the West. Rates vary considerably by location: unincorporated rural areas may see a combined rate close to the state base, while some cities push totals above 10–11%.
Groceries get a notable break: the state does not apply TPT to food intended for home consumption (produce, meat, bread, packaged goods). However, roughly 70 Arizona cities do impose local tax on groceries, so your experience will depend on where you shop. Major cities like Phoenix, Mesa, and Tucson do not tax groceries locally. Prepared and hot foods are taxable everywhere.
Worked example: On a $100 retail purchase at the average combined rate of 8.52%, you would pay $8.52 in tax, for a total of $108.52. In Phoenix specifically (combined rate ≈ 8.6%), the same purchase costs $108.60.
Use the calculator above to enter any purchase amount and the combined rate for your exact Arizona city to get an instant tax and total figure.
Practical example — Arizona
A $250 electronics purchase in Phoenix (combined rate ≈ 8.6%) results in $21.50 in sales tax, bringing the total to $271.50 — a real-world illustration of why knowing your local combined rate matters.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Arizona?
Arizona's state Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) rate is 5.6%. When county and city taxes are added, the average combined rate statewide is 8.52% (2025). Rates vary by location — some cities exceed 10%.
Does Arizona have local sales tax on top of the state rate?
Yes. Arizona counties add roughly 0.5–1.6% and cities add anywhere from 1.5% to 4% or more. This is why the average combined rate of 8.52% is significantly higher than the 5.6% state base. Always check the rate for the specific city where you are making a purchase.
Are groceries taxed in Arizona?
Groceries (food for home consumption) are exempt from Arizona's state TPT of 5.6%. However, about 70 cities impose their own local grocery tax. Major cities including Phoenix, Mesa, and Tucson do not tax groceries locally. Prepared and restaurant food is taxable at the full rate everywhere.
What is the sales tax rate in Phoenix, Arizona?
Phoenix has a combined sales tax rate of approximately 8.6% (state 5.6% + Maricopa County 0.7% + city 2.3%). This is close to the statewide average. Phoenix does not tax groceries at the city level.
How do I calculate Arizona sales tax?
Multiply your purchase amount by the combined rate for your city. For example, at the statewide average of 8.52%: $150 × 0.0852 = $12.78 in tax, for a total of $162.78. Use the calculator above for instant results — just enter the amount and your local combined rate.