What is the sales tax rate for ZIP 79961 (El Paso, TX)?

As of 2026, the total combined sales tax rate for ZIP 79961 is 8.25%. This includes 6.25% state tax, 0.50% county tax, 1.00% city tax, and 0.50% special district tax.

Are groceries and SaaS taxable in Texas?

In Texas, groceries are currently Exempt (0%). Software as a Service (SaaS) and digital goods are Taxable (80% of value taxable, 20% exempt as data processing).

El Paso, TX • El Paso County

79961 Sales Tax Rate 2026 - El Paso, TX

Der kombinierte Umsatzsteuersatz für El Paso (79961, Texas) beträgt 2026 8.25%. Beinhaltet Bundesstaats- (6.25%), Kreis- (0.50%), Stadt- (1.00%) und Sonderbezirkssteuern.

Kombinierter Steuersatz

8.25%

⚡ Direct Tax Answer & Key Takeaway

As of 2026, the total combined sales tax rate for ZIP code 79961 in El Paso, TX (El Paso County) is 8.25%. This includes 6.25% state tax, 0.50% county tax, 1.00% city tax, and 0.50% special district tax.

Geografische Steueraufteilung

Jurisdiction	Rate
Bundesstaatssteuer Texas	6.25%
Kreissteuer (County) El Paso County	0.50%
Gemeindesteuer (City) El Paso	1.00%
Sonderbezirkssteuer Special District / Transportation	0.50%
Kombinierter Steuersatz Total Tax Applied at Checkout	8.25%

📋 State Tax Rules & Compliance Guide

Sourcing Rule: Origin-based for in-state sellers, Destination-based for remote sellers

Groceries & Food: Exempt (0%)

Clothing & Apparel: Taxable (Tax-free weekend annual exception)

SaaS & Digital Goods: Taxable (80% of value taxable, 20% exempt as data processing)

Economic Nexus Threshold: $500,000 in preceding 12 calendar months

Geographic & Spatial Info

ZIP Code: 79961

State Code: TX

Latitude: 31.8476

Longitude: -106.43

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Key questions and answers regarding sales tax rates, exemptions, and compliance.

The total combined sales tax rate for ZIP 79961 is 8.25% in 2026. This rate is comprised of the Texas state sales tax (6.25%), El Paso County county tax (0.50%), city tax (1.00%), and special district tax (0.50%).

In Texas, grocery food is generally Exempt (0%), clothing items are Taxable (Tax-free weekend annual exception), and Software as a Service (SaaS) is Taxable (80% of value taxable, 20% exempt as data processing).