Texas Sales Tax Calculator
Add Texas sales tax to a price, or work backward from a total to see how much of it was tax. The combined rate in most Texas cities, including Missouri City and Houston, is 8.25%, but you can enter any rate.
- Price before tax
- $0.00
- Sales tax
- $0.00
- Total
- $0.00
An estimate for general information, not tax advice.
How Texas sales tax rates work
The state rate is 6.25%. Cities, counties, transit authorities and special purpose districts can add up to 2% more, for a maximum combined rate of 8.25%. Some areas charge less than the maximum, so check the rate for the location of the sale with the Texas Comptroller's sales tax rate locator.
For business owners
Tax you collect belongs to the state. Keep it separate from operating cash, file by the 20th of the month after each reporting period, and keep resale and exemption certificates for any sale you didn't tax. Our guide to Texas sales tax for small businesses covers permits, filing and penalties.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the sales tax rate in Missouri City, TX?
- Missouri City is generally at the 8.25% maximum combined rate, but always confirm the current rate for a specific address with the Texas Comptroller's rate locator.
- How do I calculate the tax included in a total?
- Divide the total by 1 plus the rate. At 8.25%, a $108.25 total is $100.00 before tax and $8.25 of tax. Choose "Remove tax from a total" above to do it automatically.
- Are services taxed in Texas?
- Some are. Texas taxes certain services, including some repair, cleaning, data processing and information services, along with most goods. Check before assuming a sale is exempt.