What is the sales tax rate for ZIP 98281 (Point Roberts, WA)?

As of 2026, the total combined sales tax rate for ZIP 98281 is 8.90%. This includes 6.50% state tax, 1.80% county tax, 0.00% city tax, and 0.60% 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).

Point Roberts, WA • Whatcom County

Membro Streamlined Sales Tax (SST)

98281 Sales Tax Rate 2026 - Point Roberts, WA

L'aliquota combinata di imposta sulle vendite per Point Roberts (98281, Washington) è del 8.90% nel 2026. Include imposte statali (6.50%), di contea (1.80%), comunali (0.00%) e distrettuali.

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⚡ Direct Tax Answer & Key Takeaway

As of 2026, the total combined sales tax rate for ZIP code 98281 in Point Roberts, WA (Whatcom County) is 8.90%. This includes 6.50% state tax, 1.80% county tax, 0.00% city tax, and 0.60% special district tax.

Dettaglio Fiscale Geografico

Jurisdiction	Rate
Imposta Statale Washington	6.50%
Imposta di Contea Whatcom County	1.80%
Imposta Comunale Point Roberts	0.00%
Distretto Speciale Special District / Transportation	0.60%
Aliquota Combinata Total Tax Applied at Checkout	8.90%

📋 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: 98281

State Code: WA

Latitude: 48.9882

Longitude: -123.0577

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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 98281 is 8.90% in 2026. This rate is comprised of the Washington state sales tax (6.50%), Whatcom County county tax (1.80%), city tax (0.00%), and special district tax (0.60%).

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).