Austin, Texas — Tax Burden

What is the tax burden in Austin, Texas?
Austin, Texas has a total tax burden of 11.16%, ranking #2569 nationally. Property tax rate: 1.59%, state income tax: 0.000%, sales tax: 8.20%. Median household income is $86,556.
Source: US Census ACS, 2022

Ranked #2569 nationally for total tax burden among 6,688+ US cities.

Total Tax Burden
11.16%
Rank: 2569th nationally
Property Tax Rate
1.59%
Rank: 1736th nationally
Income Tax Rate
0.000%
Texas state rate
Sales Tax Rate
8.20%
State + local combined

Tax Burden Breakdown

Property (76%)Income (0%)Sales (24%)
Median Income: $86,556
Median Home Value: $461,500
Median Property Tax: $7,320/yr
Population: 958,202