Washington Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax in Washington. Find state and local tax rates.
Updated April 2026Calculate Sales Tax in Washington
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Tax Breakdown
Total Amount$109.23
Tax Details
Pre-Tax Amount
$100.00
State Tax
6.50%$6.50
Local Tax
2.73%$2.73
Total Tax
$9.23
Effective Tax Rate9.23%
6.50%
State Rate
9.23%
Avg Combined
Yes
Local Tax
No
Grocery Taxed
Washington Sales Tax Rates
State Rate
6.50%
Avg. Local Rate
2.73%
Combined Rate
9.23%
Local rates vary by city and county. The combined rate shown uses the statewide average local rate.
Exemptions & Taxable Items
- • Groceries are exempt from sales tax
- • Clothing is subject to sales tax
- • Prescription medicine is generally exempt
Sales Tax Examples in Washington
| Purchase Price | Sales Tax | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $2.31 | $27.31 |
| $100.00 | $9.23 | $109.23 |
| $500.00 | $46.15 | $546.15 |
| $1,000.00 | $92.30 | $1,092.30 |
Based on the average combined state + local rate of 9.23%.
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