Big Wells Sales Tax Calculator
The combined sales tax rate in Big Wells, Texas is 7.75% in 2026 — a 6.25% Texas state rate plus 1.5% in local add-ons. That is the 178th lowest rate of the 1210 Texas cities we track, and it runs below Texas's 8.2% average. On a $100 purchase that's $7.75 in tax for a $107.75 total.
$100.00 total
Before tax: $100.00 · Sales tax: $0.00 (0%)
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How Big Wells's 7.75% sales tax rate breaks down
Big Wells's combined 7.75% rate is built from: 6.25% Texas state rate + 1% city rate. Texas caps combined local sales tax at 2% on top of the 6.25% state rate, for a statewide ceiling of 8.25% — Big Wells's 1.5% of local add-ons leaves room under that 2% local cap.
The city portion funds Big Wells directly, while any remaining local share funds county or special-purpose districts where they apply. Source: Texas Comptroller, city rates data.
Big Wells vs the rest of Texas
At 7.75%, Big Wells runs below Texas's 8.2% statewide average combined rate by 0.45%. Among the 1210 Texas cities we track by combined rate, Big Wells ranks the 178th lowest.
That makes Big Wells comparatively light on sales tax for Texas, though it's still well above zero.
Sales tax examples in Big Wells
At Big Wells's 7.75% combined rate:
$100 → $7.75 tax, $107.75 total · $1,000 → $77.50 tax, $1,077.50 total · $25,000 car purchase → $1,937 tax, $26,937 total.
Working backwards: a $1,080.00 receipt total in Big Wells means the pre-tax price was $1,002.32 and $77.68 was tax — use “Remove tax” mode above to reverse any total instantly.
A note on Big Wells's exact rate
The 7.75% rate applies within Big Wells's official city limits as published by Texas Comptroller — Sales Tax Rate Locator. Addresses with a Big Wells 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.
Big Wells sales tax — frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Big Wells, Texas?
Big Wells's combined sales tax rate is 7.75% in 2026 — 6.25% Texas state tax plus 1.5% in local add-ons. That's the 178th lowest rate of the 1210 Texas cities we track.
How much is sales tax on $100 in Big Wells?
At Big Wells's 7.75% rate, sales tax on a $100 purchase is $7.75, for a $107.75 total.
How much sales tax will I pay on a $25,000 car in Big Wells?
At Big Wells's 7.75% combined rate, sales tax on a $25,000 vehicle purchase is about $1,937, for a $26,937 total before any trade-in credit or registration fees.
Is Big Wells's sales tax higher or lower than the Texas average?
Big Wells runs below Texas's 8.2% statewide average by 0.45%, ranking the 178th lowest of the 1210 Texas cities we track.
How do I calculate sales tax backwards from a total in Big Wells?
Divide the total by 1 plus the rate. A $1,080.00 total in Big Wells works back to a $1,002.32 pre-tax price and $77.68 of tax. Use “Remove tax” mode above to do this automatically.
Does Big Wells's sales tax rate apply everywhere in the Big Wells area?
The 7.75% rate applies within Big Wells'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.
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