February Sales Tax Up in Early and Bangs, Down in Brownwood

Texas Comptroller data shows mixed sales tax allocation results across three cities

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The sales tax allocations in February 2026 were higher than February 2025 in the Cities of Early and Bangs, but lower in the City of Brownwood, according to data released by the Texas Comptroller's Office. The February sales tax allocations reflect taxable retail sales in December 2025.

Why it matters

Sales tax revenue is a key indicator of economic activity and consumer spending in local communities. The differing trends across these three Texas cities provide insight into the varying economic conditions and consumer behaviors in the region.

The details

In Brownwood, the city received $816,161 in February, an 11.51% decrease compared to February 2025. However, the city's fiscal year-to-date sales tax revenue is up 2.96% versus last year. The Brownwood Municipal Development District also saw a 13.63% drop in February. In contrast, the City of Early saw a 19.90% increase in February sales tax revenue, and its fiscal year-to-date is up 16.27%. The Early Municipal Development District had a 20.39% increase in February. The City of Bangs received 17.47% more in February sales tax, and its fiscal year-to-date is up 16.33%, while the Bangs MDD saw a 5.13% increase.

  • The February 2026 sales tax allocations reflect taxable retail sales in December 2025.

The players

Texas Comptroller's Office

The state agency that collects and distributes sales tax revenue to local governments in Texas.

City of Brownwood

A city in central Texas that saw a decline in February 2026 sales tax revenue compared to the prior year.

Brownwood Municipal Development District

A local economic development organization in Brownwood that also saw a decline in February 2026 sales tax revenue.

City of Early

A city in central Texas that saw an increase in February 2026 sales tax revenue compared to the prior year.

Early Municipal Development District

A local economic development organization in Early that also saw an increase in February 2026 sales tax revenue.

City of Bangs

A city in central Texas that saw an increase in February 2026 sales tax revenue compared to the prior year.

Bangs Municipal Development District

A local economic development organization in Bangs that also saw an increase in February 2026 sales tax revenue.

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The takeaway

The differing sales tax trends across Brownwood, Early, and Bangs highlight the varied economic conditions and consumer spending patterns in this region of central Texas. Local leaders will likely analyze these figures to better understand the factors driving these changes and develop strategies to support economic growth in their respective communities.