What is the sales tax rate for ZIP 98227 (Bellingham, WA)?

As of 2026, the total combined sales tax rate for ZIP 98227 is 9.20%. This includes 6.50% state tax, 0.00% county tax, 2.70% city tax, and 0.00% special district tax.

Are groceries and SaaS taxable in Washington?

In Washington, groceries are currently Exempt (0%). Software as a Service (SaaS) and digital goods are Fully Taxable (Digital automated services / prewritten software).

Bellingham, WA • Whatcom County

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98227 Sales Tax Rate 2026 - Bellingham, WA

Der kombinierte Umsatzsteuersatz für Bellingham (98227, Washington) beträgt 2026 9.20%. Beinhaltet Bundesstaats- (6.50%), Kreis- (0.00%), Stadt- (2.70%) und Sonderbezirkssteuern.

Kombinierter Steuersatz

9.20%

⚡ Direct Tax Answer & Key Takeaway

As of 2026, the total combined sales tax rate for ZIP code 98227 in Bellingham, WA (Whatcom County) is 9.20%. This includes 6.50% state tax, 0.00% county tax, 2.70% city tax, and 0.00% special district tax.

Geografische Steueraufteilung

Jurisdiction	Rate
Bundesstaatssteuer Washington	6.50%
Kreissteuer (County) Whatcom County	0.00%
Gemeindesteuer (City) Bellingham	2.70%
Sonderbezirkssteuer Special District / Transportation	0.00%
Kombinierter Steuersatz Total Tax Applied at Checkout	9.20%

📋 State Tax Rules & Compliance Guide

Sourcing Rule: Destination-based

Groceries & Food: Exempt (0%)

Clothing & Apparel: Taxable

SaaS & Digital Goods: Fully Taxable (Digital automated services / prewritten software)

Economic Nexus Threshold: $100,000 combined gross receipts

Geographic & Spatial Info

ZIP Code: 98227

State Code: WA

Latitude: 48.7548

Longitude: -122.469

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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

The total combined sales tax rate for ZIP 98227 is 9.20% in 2026. This rate is comprised of the Washington state sales tax (6.50%), Whatcom County county tax (0.00%), city tax (2.70%), and special district tax (0.00%).

In Washington, grocery food is generally Exempt (0%), clothing items are Taxable, and Software as a Service (SaaS) is Fully Taxable (Digital automated services / prewritten software).