What is the sales tax rate in Bell County, TX?

The average sales tax rate in Bell County (TX) is 8.00%, with jurisdictions ranging between 6.75% and 8.25%.

Bell County • Texas (TX)

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Bell County, TX Sales Tax Rates 2026

2026 sales tax rate guide for Bell County, TX. Average combined tax rate is 8.00% with local jurisdictions ranging up to 8.25%.

Average Combined Rate

8.00%

Estimated Tax Range: 6.75% - 8.25%

⚡ Direct Tax Answer & Key Takeaway

As of 2026, the local county sales tax rate in Bell County (Texas) is 0.50%. Combined sales tax rates across cities in this county range from 6.75% to 8.25% (averaging 8.00%).

County Tax

0.50%

Average Combined Rate

8.00%

Max Local Rate

8.25%

Indexed Cities

Cities & Towns in Bell County

City	Combined Sales Tax Rate	Action
Killeen	8.25%	View Tax Rates →
Temple	8.25%	View Tax Rates →
Harker Heights	8.25%	View Tax Rates →
Nolanville	8.25%	View Tax Rates →
Morgan's Point Resort	8.25%	View Tax Rates →
Little River-Academy	7.75%	View Tax Rates →
Salado	8.25%	View Tax Rates →
Rogers	8.25%	View Tax Rates →
Holland	8.00%	View Tax Rates →
Pendleton	6.75%	View Tax Rates →

📋 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

Official Tax Authority: Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts ↗

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ZIP Codes in Bell County

76501 6.75% 76502 8.25% 76503 8.25% 76504 8.25% 76508 8.25% 76513 8.25% 76533 8.25% 76534 8.00% 76540 8.25% 76541 8.25% 76542 8.25% 76543 8.25% 76547 8.25% 76548 8.25% 76549 8.25% 76554 7.75% 76557 6.75% 76559 8.25% 76569 8.25% 76571 8.25% 76579 6.75%

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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

The county tax rate for Bell County is 0.50%. When combined with Texas state taxes and local municipal/district taxes, the overall sales tax rate varies between 6.75% and 8.25%.

In Texas, grocery items are currently Exempt (0%). SaaS and digital automated goods are Taxable (80% of value taxable, 20% exempt as data processing).