Burleson Sales Tax Calculator
The combined sales tax rate in Burleson, Texas is 8.25% in 2026 — a 6.25% Texas state rate plus 2% in local add-ons. That is the 138th 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 Burleson's 8.25% sales tax rate breaks down
Burleson's combined 8.25% rate is built from: 6.25% Texas state rate + 2% 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% — Burleson sits right at that cap.
The city portion funds Burleson directly, while any remaining local share funds county or special-purpose districts where they apply. Source: Texas Comptroller, city rates data.
Burleson vs the rest of Texas
At 8.25%, Burleson runs above Texas's 8.2% statewide average combined rate by 0.05%. Among the 1210 Texas cities we track by combined rate, Burleson ranks the 138th highest.
That puts Burleson 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 Burleson
At Burleson'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 Burleson 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 Burleson's exact rate
The 8.25% rate applies within Burleson's official city limits as published by Texas Comptroller — Sales Tax Rate Locator. Addresses with a Burleson 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.
Burleson sales tax — frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Burleson, Texas?
Burleson's combined sales tax rate is 8.25% in 2026 — 6.25% Texas state tax plus 2% in local add-ons. That's the 138th highest rate of the 1210 Texas cities we track.
How much is sales tax on $100 in Burleson?
At Burleson'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 Burleson?
At Burleson'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 Burleson's sales tax higher or lower than the Texas average?
Burleson runs above Texas's 8.2% statewide average by 0.05%, ranking the 138th highest of the 1210 Texas cities we track.
How do I calculate sales tax backwards from a total in Burleson?
Divide the total by 1 plus the rate. A $1,080.00 total in Burleson works back to a $997.69 pre-tax price and $82.31 of tax. Use “Remove tax” mode above to do this automatically.
Does Burleson's sales tax rate apply everywhere in the Burleson area?
The 8.25% rate applies within Burleson'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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