The San Francisco City Tax was implemented in compliance with new regulations in San Francisco city.
This tax was passed by the City and County of San Francisco and was voted on by the public on 5 Nov 2019. It will apply starting 1 Jan 2020.
This is a pass-through tax, and will be paid to the City and County of San Francisco in full.
The San Francisco City Tax is applicable only in San Francisco city.
The amount of tax varies depending on your pick-up and drop-off location as well as vehicle type.
'Shared Rides' such as UberPool are taxed 1.5%.
Most other vehicle types are taxed at 3.25%.
The above tax rates are reduced by 50% for trips originating in San Francisco and terminating outside of San Franciso.
You will see the tax applied on your receipt under the line item San Francisco City Tax.