14th
highest in the U.S.
17.97%
combined wireless tax rate
Comparative Tax Rate – Wireless vs. Other Goods (%)
Wireless taxes and fees are more than double the sales tax for other goods and services.
Why so much?
| Tax / Charge | Tax % |
|---|---|
| State sales tax | 6.25% |
| Local sales tax | 2.00% |
| Wireless 911 tax | 1.06% |
| Texas USF | 2.70% |
| 911 Equalization surcharge | 0.13% |
| Universal Service Fund (Federal) | 5.82% |
| TOTAL TRANSACTION TAX | 17.97% |
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Source: Wireless Taxes and Fees Continue Growth Trend by Scott Mackey.