Sales Tax Calculator — Austin, TX
Calculate sales tax in Austin, Texas. Find local and state tax rates.
Updated April 2026Calculate Sales Tax in Texas
Tax Breakdown
Tax Details
Texas Sales Tax Rates
State Rate
6.25%
Avg. Local Rate
1.94%
Combined Rate
8.19%
Local rates vary by city and county. The combined rate shown uses the statewide average local rate.
Exemptions & Taxable Items
- • Groceries are exempt from sales tax
- • Clothing is subject to sales tax
- • Prescription medicine is generally exempt
Sales Tax Examples in Texas
| Purchase Price | Sales Tax | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $2.05 | $27.05 |
| $100.00 | $8.19 | $108.19 |
| $500.00 | $40.95 | $540.95 |
| $1,000.00 | $81.90 | $1,081.90 |
Based on the average combined state + local rate of 8.19%.
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