The sales tax rate in Richmond, Virginia is 6%. That is made up of the 5.3% Virginia state sales tax plus about 0.7% in local city and county taxes. On a $100 purchase you pay $6.00 in sales tax, for a total of $106.00.
When you buy something in Richmond, the price at the register includes a combined sales tax of 6%. That figure layers local Richmond city and county taxes of about 0.7% on top of the Virginia state base rate of 5.3%. The exact rate can vary slightly by special taxing district within the city, so always confirm the rate shown at checkout for your specific address.
To work out the tax on any purchase, multiply the price by 6%. A few quick examples for Richmond:
| Purchase price | Sales tax (6%) | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $20 | $1.20 | $21.20 |
| $50 | $3.00 | $53.00 |
| $100 | $6.00 | $106.00 |
| $500 | $30.00 | $530.00 |
| $1,000 | $60.00 | $1,060.00 |
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The combined sales tax rate in Richmond, VA is 6%, which includes the 5.3% Virginia state rate and about 0.7% in local taxes.
Multiply the price by 6% (i.e. by 0.0600). For example, a $50 item has $3.00 of sales tax, for a total of $53.00.
Divide the tax-inclusive total by 1.0600. The result is the pre-tax price and the remainder is the 6% tax.
No. Virginia charges a 5.3% state rate, and Richmond adds local taxes on top for a 6% combined rate.