Washington · Sales Tax
The Washington state sales tax rate is 6.5%. On a $100 purchase, the tax is $6.50, for a total of $106.50.
| Washington Sales Tax | Rate | On $100 | On $1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| State base rate | 6.5% | $6.50 | $65.00 |
| Maximum combined | 10.4% | $10.40 | $104.00 |
| Pre-tax from $108.50 total | — | ÷1.0650 |
The state base sales tax rate in Washington is 6.5%. Seattle 10.1%; no state income tax funds higher sales tax reliance. The maximum combined rate (state plus highest local) reaches 10.4%.
Multiply the pre-tax price by 0.0650 (the decimal form of 6.5%). For example, a $250 purchase has a Washington state sales tax of $16.25, for a total of $266.25. To reverse-calculate: if you have the total and want the pre-tax price, divide the total by 1.0650.
Food and grocery tax rules vary by state. In Washington, the standard rate of 6.5% applies, though some states exempt grocery staples. Check the Washington Department of Revenue for specific grocery exemption rules.
The Washington state rate of 6.5% is close to the national median of approximately 6.0%. Combined with local rates, the effective rate in Washington ranges from 6.5% to 10.4%.