Pennsylvania Tax Calculators.
Tax year 2026 income tax rates, brackets, and sales tax for Pennsylvania. Returns for tax year 2026 are generally filed in 2027; source links and last-verified dates are shown below.Tax year 2026 means income earned during calendar year 2026; those returns are generally filed in 2027. State and local sales tax rates can change during the year, so confirm current rules before filing or remitting tax.
Income Tax
Pennsylvania has a flat income tax rate of 3.07% on all taxable income. Pennsylvania does not allow a standard deduction or personal exemptions, making it unusual among flat-tax states. Many cities and school districts levy additional local earned income taxes.
Sales Tax
Groceries and clothing are fully exempt from sales tax. Prescription drugs are exempt.
Pennsylvania's top income tax rate is 3.07% for tax year 2026. Its combined state and local sales tax averages 6.34%.
What is Pennsylvania's income tax rate?
Pennsylvania levies a flat income tax of 3.07% on taxable income for 2026.
Does Pennsylvania tax groceries or clothing?
No, both groceries and clothing are fully exempt from Pennsylvania's 6% sales tax.
Does Pennsylvania have local income taxes?
Yes, most Pennsylvania municipalities and school districts levy local earned income taxes. Rates range from about 1% to 3.85% (Philadelphia). You pay the rate for your resident jurisdiction.
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