How do I avoid sales tax on my iPhone?

Some states don’t have sales tax at all, meaning you can buy Apple products for exactly the sticker price. The simplest way to purchase an Apple device without any sales tax attached to it is simply to shop in a state without sales tax. Of course, most of the population doesn’t live in a state without sales tax.

How can I buy an iPhone without tax in USA?

You can only get the phone without sales tax if you buy it some place that doesn’t have sales tax. The state of Delaware is one such place. If you are buying it in the USA from an Apple Store or any retail store (i.e. Best Buy, Walmart, Target, etc.), then you must pay taxes.

How much is tax on an iPhone in California?

the sales tax in California is between 9.5 and 10.25\% on the retail price of the item you are buying. Depends on which county you purchase the device as part of the tax is the local sales tax.

Does Apple charge state sales tax?

In accordance with state and local law, your online purchases from Apple will be taxed using the applicable sales tax or seller’s use tax rate for your shipping address, or the Apple Store address where the item is picked up. The tax listed during checkout is only an estimate.

What states have no iPhone tax?

States that have no sales tax are Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire and Oregon.

Is Apple store tax free?

Answer: A: In the US we all pay taxes when purchasing items. If you buy an item at the airport at a duty free shop you get a tax break. Otherwise you pay the sales tax for the State you purchase in.

Why are taxes so high for iPhones?

Apple’s reputation and brand allow it to charge a premium for its high-end products like the iPhone 11 Pro Max. And adding memory or storage to these products increases the cost even more. Because of this “Apple Tax” Apple products are often more expensive than its competitors.

What is the California state tax rate for 2020?

7.25\%
The statewide tax rate is 7.25\%. In most areas of California, local jurisdictions have added district taxes that increase the tax owed by a seller. Those district tax rates range from 0.10\% to 1.00\%.