The state general sales tax rate of Texas is 6.25%. Cities and counties can charge up to 2% extra sales tax.
Sales Tax Rates in Texas
- Texas sales tax rate is 6.25%.
- Local taxing jurisdictions can add up to 2% sales tax.
- The highest possible combined tax rate is 8.25%.
Sales Tax Compliance and Information
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- Remote sellers with over $500,000 in Texas revenue must collect and remit sales tax.
- The state government collects 6.25% sales tax from businesses.
Tax Rate Calculation and Address Specifics
- Your minimum sales tax rate is 6.250% in Texas.
- Cities, counties, and towns can add up to 2% local sales tax.
- The total tax rate depends on your address.
Additional Sales Tax Information
- Contact the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts for guidance on sales tax.
Sales Tax Exemptions Update
While the holiday offered temporary changes to Texas sales tax, recently passed SB 379 establishes new permanent sales tax exemptions for certain healthcare products by amending Tax Code Section 151.313. Specifically, the following items will be exempt beginning on September 1, 2023: Wound care dressings (Note: the exemption covers certain items like adhesive bandages and pads but excludes other items like cotton balls and tissues).