Sales tax calculator · 2026
The Texas (TX) state sales tax rate is 6.25%. Local jurisdictions can add up to 2.00%, making the maximum combined rate 8.25%. The exact rate depends on the city or county of purchase. Virtually all major Texas cities charge the maximum 2% local rate, making the combined rate 8.25% statewide in urban areas
State rate: 6.25% · max combined: 8.25%
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Sales tax is a consumption tax imposed on the sale of goods and certain services. In Texas, the state rate is 6.25%. Counties and cities may add additional local sales taxes of up to 2.00%, making the total rate in some areas as high as 8.25%.
Sales Tax Formula
Tax Amount = Purchase Price × (6.25% ÷ 100)
Total Price = Purchase Price + Tax Amount
With local tax: Total Price = Purchase Price × (1 + 0.0825)
Example Calculation
A $100 purchase in Texas:
Sales tax = $100 × 6.25% = $6.25
Total = $106.25
Texas caps local sales taxes at 2.00%, so nearly every major city and most towns combine to 8.25% total. Small rural jurisdictions may be lower if they have not enacted the full local rate.
| City | Combined rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Houston | 8.25% | |
| San Antonio | 8.25% | |
| Dallas | 8.25% | |
| Austin | 8.25% | |
| Fort Worth | 8.25% | |
| El Paso | 8.25% | |
| Arlington | 8.25% | |
| Corpus Christi | 8.25% | |
| Plano | 8.25% | |
| Laredo | 8.25% | |
| Lubbock | 8.25% | |
| Garland | 8.25% | |
| Irving | 8.25% | |
| Amarillo | 8.25% | |
| McKinney | 8.25% |
Rates as of 2026. Always verify with the Texas Department of Revenue before filing.
Most tangible personal property is subject to sales tax in Texas. Services may or may not be taxable — Texas, like most states, exempts most services.Common exemptions and special rates include groceries, prescription drugs, and clothing (rules vary by state).
Out-of-state sellers may need to collect Texas sales tax if they have economic nexus in the state. Most states now require remote sellers with over $100,000 in sales or 200 transactions to register and collect sales tax (South Dakota v. Wayfair, 2018). If you sell products to TX customers, check whether you need to register with the Texas Department of Revenue.
The TX state sales tax rate is 6.25% as of 2026. Local jurisdictions may add up to 2.00%, so your actual rate depends on where the purchase is made. The combined maximum rate in Texas is 8.25%.
If you have physical presence (store, office, warehouse) in Texas, you must collect sales tax. If you sell online to TX customers and exceed economic nexus thresholds (typically $100K in sales or 200 transactions), you must also collect. Register with the Texas Department of Revenue for a sales tax permit.
Texas generally does not tax services, though there are exceptions such as. Examples include telecommunications, cable TV, and fabricated product labor. Check with a tax professional for your specific service.
Multiply the purchase price by 6.25% (state rate). For example, a $100 purchase = $6.25 tax, total $106.25. In Texas, you may need to add local taxes depending on the city or county of sale. Use our calculator above for any amount.