Texas sales tax rates and estimate (2026)
Texas's state sales tax rate is 6.25%, and about 8.2% combined with average local taxes. Enter an amount for an estimate based on that average.
Pre-filled with Texas's 2026 population-weighted combined average. This is not a ZIP, city, county or address lookup. Replace it only if you already know the applicable local rate. Estimate only, not tax advice.
Texas sales tax rate
Texas charges a statewide sales tax of 6.25%. Cities, counties and special districts can add their own local sales taxes on top, which brings the population-weighted average combined rate to about 8.2% in 2026. Because local rates differ from place to place, the exact rate at a given address may be higher or lower than the average.
How to calculate Texas sales tax
Multiply the price by the rate: sales tax = price × rate ÷ 100, then add it to the price for the total. For a $100 purchase at the combined 8.2% rate, the tax is $8.20 and the total is $108.20. Use the calculator above for any amount, and swap in your local rate if you know it.
| State rate | 6.25% |
|---|---|
| Combined avg (state + local) | 8.2% |
Rates as of January 1, 2026 (source: Tax Foundation). Verify the current rate with the relevant Texas state or local tax authority before invoicing or filing.
Last reviewed July 14, 2026 by the CedarBill Editorial Team. See how sources are selected and updated in our methodology.
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What is the sales tax rate in Texas?
Texas's statewide sales tax rate is 6.25%. With average local taxes added, the combined rate is about 8.2% (as of 2026). Your exact rate depends on the city or county.
How do I calculate sales tax in Texas?
Multiply the purchase price by the tax rate. For example, on a $100 purchase at 8.2%, the sales tax is $8.20 and the total is $108.20. The calculator above does it for any amount.
Why is my Texas sales tax different from the rate shown?
Local city, county and special-district taxes vary by address, product and sometimes transaction type. The figure shown is a statewide average reference, not an exact local lookup.