Quebec Sales Tax Calculator
Welcome to the quebec sales tax calculator. Instantly compute total cost including federal GST (5%) and provincial QST (9.975%). Adjust the year, or fine‑tune rates manually. All figures reflect official Canadian standards and are updated for 2024–2026.
Key factors — Quebec sales tax explained
The quebec sales tax calculator relies on two components: GST (Goods and Services Tax) and QST (Quebec Sales Tax). Below are essential facts:
- GST (federal): 5% across Canada, including Quebec.
- QST (provincial): 9.975% (2024 rate). Collected by Revenu Québec.
- Combined rate: 14.975% – use the calculator above to see real numbers.
- Exemptions: Basic groceries, prescription drugs, and some medical devices are zero‑rated.
- USA comparison: US states have sales tax between 0% and ~10%, but no VAT; system differs.
📆 Quebec sales tax rates by year (GST & QST)
| Year | GST (%) | QST (%) | Combined (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5.0 | 9.975 | 14.975 |
| 2025 | 5.0 | 9.975 | 14.975 |
| 2026 | 5.0 | 9.975 | 14.975 |
Rates for 2025–2026 are estimates based on current legislation. Always verify with Revenu Québec.
🍁 Comparison with other Canadian provinces
| Province | Tax structure | Rate (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Quebec | GST + QST | 14.975% |
| Ontario | HST | 13% |
| British Columbia | GST + PST | 12% (varies) |
| Alberta | GST only | 5% |
| Nova Scotia | HST | 15% |
Quebec’s combined rate is among the highest in Canada, but many services are zero‑rated.
📊 Sample calculations for common amounts (Quebec 2024)
| Purchase ($) | GST ($) | QST ($) | Total ($) |
|---|
Examples use current rates; the calculator above adapts to any amount.
🇺🇸 US state sales tax comparison (selected)
| State | State rate | Avg local | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 6.00% | 2.50% | 8.50% |
| Texas | 6.25% | 2.00% | 8.25% |
| New York | 4.00% | 4.50% | 8.50% |
| Florida | 6.00% | 1.00% | 7.00% |
US sales taxes are not VAT; they apply at checkout. Not directly comparable but shown for reference.
🧾 Quebec tax factors & exemptions at a glance
| Category | GST/QST | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Basic groceries | Zero‑rated (0%) | No tax on most food items |
| Children’s clothing | GST+QST applicable | Generally taxable |
| Prescription drugs | Zero‑rated | Medical exemption |
| Digital services | Taxable | Netflix, Spotify etc. (QST applied) |
Frequently asked questions — quebec sales tax calculator
How accurate is this Quebec sales tax calculator?
It uses official 2024 GST (5%) and QST (9.975%) rates. For 2025–2026 we assume same rates; you can manually override. Always cross‑check with Revenu Québec for binding transactions.
Can I use this calculator for other provinces or US states?
The calculator is specifically built for quebec sales tax (GST+QST). But you can adjust the % fields to simulate other jurisdictions — e.g., set GST 5% and QST 0% for Alberta.
What if I type a year like 2027?
The year field is free text. If you enter 2024, 2025, or 2026, rates auto‑fill. For any other year, rates remain unchanged — you can set them manually.
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