Texas Auto Loan Calculator
Calculate your car payment in Texas with 6.25% state sales tax (up to 8.3% with local). See monthly payment, total interest, and total cost.
How This Calculator Works
Calculation methodology and assumptions
Auto loan calculation for Texas. Texas's state sales tax of 6.25% is applied to the vehicle price minus trade-in value. Local taxes may add up to 2% more. Monthly payment uses standard amortization: P × [r(1+r)^n] / [(1+r)^n - 1].
Key State Information
Texas auto buying facts: State sales tax 6.25%, up to 2% additional local tax. Average car insurance in Texas: $2,150/year. On a $35,000 vehicle, Texas sales tax alone is $2,188.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is sales tax on a car in Texas?
Texas's state sales tax rate is 6.25%. Local jurisdictions can add up to 2% more, for a maximum combined rate of 8.3%. On a $35,000 car, state sales tax is approximately $2,188.
What is the average car insurance cost in Texas?
The average annual car insurance premium in Texas is $2,150, or about $179/month. This is above the national average.