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

The average sales tax rate in Cameron County (TX) is 6.83%, with jurisdictions ranging between 6.25% and 8.25%.

Cameron County • Texas (TX)

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Cameron County, TX Sales Tax Rates 2026

2026 sales tax rate guide for Cameron County, TX. Average combined tax rate is 6.83% with local jurisdictions ranging up to 8.25%.

Average Combined Rate

6.83%

Estimated Tax Range: 6.25% - 8.25%

⚡ Direct Tax Answer & Key Takeaway

As of 2026, the local county sales tax rate in Cameron County (Texas) is 0.00%. Combined sales tax rates across cities in this county range from 6.25% to 8.25% (averaging 6.83%).

County Tax

0.00%

Average Combined Rate

6.83%

Max Local Rate

8.25%

Indexed Cities

Cities & Towns in Cameron County

City	Combined Sales Tax Rate	Action
Brownsville	8.25%	View Tax Rates →
Harlingen	8.25%	View Tax Rates →
Cameron Park	6.25%	View Tax Rates →
Laureles	6.25%	View Tax Rates →
Combes	8.25%	View Tax Rates →
South Padre Island	8.25%	View Tax Rates →
Los Indios	8.00%	View Tax Rates →
Olmito	6.25%	View Tax Rates →
San Pedro	6.75%	View Tax Rates →
Laguna Heights	6.25%	View Tax Rates →
Arroyo Gardens	6.25%	View Tax Rates →
Villa Pancho	6.25%	View Tax Rates →
Iglesia Antigua	6.25%	View Tax Rates →
Juarez	6.25%	View Tax Rates →
La Feria North	6.25%	View Tax Rates →
Lasana	6.25%	View Tax Rates →
Yznaga	6.25%	View Tax Rates →
Villa del Sol	6.25%	View Tax Rates →
Del Mar Heights	6.25%	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 Cameron County

78520 6.75% 78521 6.25% 78522 8.25% 78526 6.25% 78535 8.25% 78550 6.25% 78551 8.25% 78552 6.25% 78553 8.25% 78559 6.25% 78566 6.25% 78567 8.00% 78568 6.25% 78569 6.25% 78575 6.25% 78578 6.25% 78583 6.25% 78586 6.25% 78592 6.25% 78593 6.25% 78597 8.25%

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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

The county tax rate for Cameron County is 0.00%. When combined with Texas state taxes and local municipal/district taxes, the overall sales tax rate varies between 6.25% 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).