What is the statewide base sales tax rate in Washington?

The statewide base sales tax rate in Washington is 6.50%. Local county and city taxes can increase total combined rates up to 10.70%.

What is the sales tax sourcing rule and nexus threshold in Washington?

Washington utilizes Destination-based sourcing rules. The economic nexus threshold for remote sellers is $100,000 combined gross receipts.

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Washington Sales Tax Rates 2026 - State & Local Guide

Comprehensive 2026 sales tax guide for Washington (WA). Current state base rate is 6.50% with combined local rates ranging up to 10.70%.

⚡ Direct Tax Answer & Key Takeaway

The statewide base sales tax rate in Washington (WA) is 6.50% in 2026. Local county and city taxes can increase total combined rates up to 10.70%, with a statewide average combined rate of 8.95%.

Base State Rate

6.50%

Average Local Rate

8.95%

Maximum Combined

10.70%

Indexed Cities

492

Cities & Jurisdictions in Washington

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📋 State Tax Rules & Compliance Guide (Washington)

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

Official Tax Authority Washington State Department of Revenue ↗

🏛️ Counties in Washington

Adams County 4 ZIPs → Asotin County 3 ZIPs → Benton County 8 ZIPs → Chelan County 8 ZIPs → Clallam County 8 ZIPs → Clark County 22 ZIPs → Columbia County 2 ZIPs → County 111 ZIPs → Cowlitz County 7 ZIPs → Douglas County 5 ZIPs → Ferry County 8 ZIPs → Franklin County 5 ZIPs → Garfield County 1 ZIPs → Grant County 14 ZIPs → Grays Harbor County 19 ZIPs → Island County 6 ZIPs → Jefferson County 4 ZIPs → King County 119 ZIPs → Kitsap County 21 ZIPs → Kittitas County 10 ZIPs → Klickitat County 12 ZIPs → Lewis County 12 ZIPs → Lincoln County 8 ZIPs → Mason County 6 ZIPs → Okanogan County 16 ZIPs → Pacific County 10 ZIPs → Pend Oreille County 5 ZIPs → Pierce County 75 ZIPs → San Juan County 1 ZIPs → Skagit County 13 ZIPs → Skamania County 3 ZIPs → Snohomish County 32 ZIPs → Spokane County 40 ZIPs → Stevens County 10 ZIPs → Thurston County 19 ZIPs → Wahkiakum County 3 ZIPs → Walla Walla County 8 ZIPs → Whatcom County 17 ZIPs → Whitman County 17 ZIPs → Yakima County 24 ZIPs →

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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

The base statewide sales tax rate in Washington is 6.50%. Depending on the city and county, local sales taxes can increase the total combined rate up to 10.70%.

Remote sellers and e-commerce merchants must register and collect sales tax once they surpass the economic nexus threshold of $100,000 combined gross receipts. Tax calculations follow Destination-based sourcing rules.