Austin/Hays County Sales Tax Calculator
The combined sales tax rate in Austin/Hays County, Texas is 8.25% in 2026 — a 6.25% Texas state rate plus 2% in local add-ons. That is the 45th highest rate of the 1210 Texas cities we track, and it runs above Texas's 8.2% average. On a $100 purchase that's $8.25 in tax for a $108.25 total.
$100.00 total
Before tax: $100.00 · Sales tax: $0.00 (0%)
State & average combined rates: Tax Foundation 2026. Local rates vary by city/county — adjust the rate for an exact figure. How we calculate →
How Austin/Hays County's 8.25% sales tax rate breaks down
Austin/Hays County's combined 8.25% rate is built from: 6.25% Texas state rate + 1% city rate + 1% transit (SPD) rate + 1% Austin MTA. Texas caps combined local sales tax at 2% on top of the 6.25% state rate, for a statewide ceiling of 8.25% — Austin/Hays County sits right at that cap.
The city portion funds Austin/Hays County directly, while the transit (SPD) share funds a regional transit authority and the additional district(s) above fund special local purposes. Source: Texas Comptroller, city rates data.
Austin/Hays County vs the rest of Texas
At 8.25%, Austin/Hays County runs above Texas's 8.2% statewide average combined rate by 0.05%. Among the 1210 Texas cities we track by combined rate, Austin/Hays County ranks the 45th highest.
That puts Austin/Hays County on the higher end for Texas — worth double-checking against the official lookup tool if you're quoting a price to a customer or filing a return.
Sales tax examples in Austin/Hays County
At Austin/Hays County's 8.25% combined rate:
$100 → $8.25 tax, $108.25 total · $1,000 → $82.50 tax, $1,082.50 total · $25,000 car purchase → $2,063 tax, $27,063 total.
Working backwards: a $1,080.00 receipt total in Austin/Hays County means the pre-tax price was $997.69 and $82.31 was tax — use “Remove tax” mode above to reverse any total instantly.
A note on Austin/Hays County's exact rate
The 8.25% rate applies within Austin/Hays County's official city limits as published by Texas Comptroller — Sales Tax Rate Locator. Addresses with a Austin/Hays County mailing address but outside the incorporated city line — a common situation on the edges of any city — can fall under a different, usually lower, rate.
For an address-exact rate, use the official lookup tool: Texas Comptroller — Sales Tax Rate Locator. This calculator pre-fills the published city-limits rate as a reliable starting point.
Austin/Hays County sales tax — frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Austin/Hays County, Texas?
Austin/Hays County's combined sales tax rate is 8.25% in 2026 — 6.25% Texas state tax plus 2% in local add-ons. That's the 45th highest rate of the 1210 Texas cities we track.
How much is sales tax on $100 in Austin/Hays County?
At Austin/Hays County's 8.25% rate, sales tax on a $100 purchase is $8.25, for a $108.25 total.
How much sales tax will I pay on a $25,000 car in Austin/Hays County?
At Austin/Hays County's 8.25% combined rate, sales tax on a $25,000 vehicle purchase is about $2,063, for a $27,063 total before any trade-in credit or registration fees.
Is Austin/Hays County's sales tax higher or lower than the Texas average?
Austin/Hays County runs above Texas's 8.2% statewide average by 0.05%, ranking the 45th highest of the 1210 Texas cities we track.
How do I calculate sales tax backwards from a total in Austin/Hays County?
Divide the total by 1 plus the rate. A $1,080.00 total in Austin/Hays County works back to a $997.69 pre-tax price and $82.31 of tax. Use “Remove tax” mode above to do this automatically.
Does Austin/Hays County's sales tax rate apply everywhere in the Austin/Hays County area?
The 8.25% rate applies within Austin/Hays County's official city limits. Nearby addresses outside the incorporated boundary can be taxed at a different rate — check Texas Comptroller — Sales Tax Rate Locator for an address-exact figure.
What is the transit tax in Austin/Hays County?
Austin/Hays County collects an additional 1% special-purpose transit (SPD) rate on top of the state and city rates, funding a regional transit authority. It's already included in the 8.25% combined rate shown above.
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