Seattle, WA variant. This is a Seattle, WA-specific version of the Sales Tax Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Sales Tax Calculator.
Seattle charges a combined sales tax of 10.35%, blending the WA state rate with local add-ons.
Seattle sales tax at the register
The 10.35% rate applies to most tangible goods in Seattle. Groceries and prescriptions are often exempt or reduced.
Enter your purchase amount and the 10.35% rate in the calculator above for an exact total.
About Seattle, WA
Seattle residents pay no state or city income tax, since Washington does not impose a personal income tax on wages.
Seattle is a high-cost housing market, with home prices and rents pushed up by strong technology-driven demand.
Seattle's economy is anchored by major technology and e-commerce companies, along with aerospace and global trade.
Worked example: $1,000 purchase
$1,000 × 10.35% = $104 tax, total $1,104. A $50 purchase adds $5.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $855,000
- Median rent: $2,350/mo
- Median household income: $116,068
- Local sales tax: 10.35%
- Effective property tax rate: 0.84%
- Cost of living index: 152 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax in Seattle?
The combined rate is 10.35%.
Are groceries taxed in Seattle?
Often reduced or exempt - check local rules and apply the right rate in the calculator.