Fort Worth, TX variant. This is a Fort Worth, TX-specific version of the Sales Tax Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Sales Tax Calculator.
Fort Worth charges a combined sales tax of 8.25%, blending the TX state rate with local add-ons.
Fort Worth sales tax at the register
The 8.25% rate applies to most tangible goods in Fort Worth. Groceries and prescriptions are often exempt or reduced.
Enter your purchase amount and the 8.25% rate in the calculator above for an exact total.
About Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth residents pay no state or city income tax, as Texas does not levy a personal income tax.
Fort Worth has comparatively affordable home prices for a large Texas city, though costs have risen with regional growth.
Fort Worth's economy spans aerospace and defense manufacturing, logistics, and a long-standing role in the cattle and energy industries.
Worked example: $1,000 purchase
$1,000 × 8.25% = $83 tax, total $1,083. A $50 purchase adds $4.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $295,000
- Median rent: $1,700/mo
- Median household income: $70,275
- Local sales tax: 8.25%
- Effective property tax rate: 2.1%
- Cost of living index: 96 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax in Fort Worth?
The combined rate is 8.25%.
Are groceries taxed in Fort Worth?
Often reduced or exempt - check local rules and apply the right rate in the calculator.