Texas: sales tax rates
Your state's sales tax rate, the average local rate on top, and the combined rate you typically pay.
Single detailed source| State sales tax rate | 6.25% |
|---|---|
| Average local rate | 1.95% |
| Combined average rate | 8.20% |
The local rate is a population-weighted average; your city or county may be higher or lower. Many states exempt groceries or tax them at a lower rate.
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How Texas compares
8.2% ranks 14 of 47 (1 = highest) for combined average sales tax rate.
Lowest 1.82%Highest 10.13%
- 1.82% – 6% (10)
- 6.03% – 6.94% (9)
- 6.98% – 7.49% (10)
- 7.56% – 8.54% (9)
- 8.71% – 10.13% (9)
- No sales tax (4)
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How we checked this
Rates come from the Tax Foundation's midyear 2026 table (rates as of July 1, 2026), built from the Sales Tax Clearinghouse and state revenue departments. Last checked: November 12, 2026. Laws change; confirm with the state agency or a licensed professional before acting.
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