Tumwater, WA Thurston County
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98511 Sales Tax Rate 2026 - Tumwater, WA

The combined sales tax rate for Tumwater (98511, Washington) is 9.80% in 2026. Includes state (6.50%), county (0.00%), city (3.30%), and special district taxes.

Combined Sales Tax Rate
9.80%
⚡ Direct Tax Answer & Key Takeaway
As of 2026, the total combined sales tax rate for ZIP code 98511 in Tumwater, WA (Thurston County) is 9.80%. This includes 6.50% state tax, 0.00% county tax, 3.30% city tax, and 0.00% special district tax.

Geographic Tax Breakdown

Jurisdiction Rate
State Tax
Washington
6.50%
County Tax
0.00%
City Tax
3.30%
Special / District Tax
Special District / Transportation
0.00%
Combined Sales Tax Rate
Total Tax Applied at Checkout
9.80%

📋 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: 98511
State Code: WA
Latitude: 46.9891
Longitude: -122.9175

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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 98511 is 9.80% in 2026. This rate is comprised of the Washington state sales tax (6.50%), Thurston County county tax (0.00%), city tax (3.30%), 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).