Ever wonder what exactly those charges under "Taxes, Fees and Surcharges" on your cell phone bill actually are? Because this charge can amount to 10% or more of your cell phone bill, it's important to try to understand exactly what your are getting charged for. Since cell phone taxes, fees and surcharges vary by cellular service provider and by state, it's hard to get an actual number on these charges. You can, however, use our tax rates and definitions below as your tax and surcharge guide to estimate your taxes and fees.

Cell Phone Taxes
Sales Tax - Sales tax rates will apply for every state that charges for a sales tax. These charges can be levied against recurring monthly charges, local usage, toll usage, or roaming usage. If your st...
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