Seattle, WA variant. This is a Seattle, WA-specific version of the Income 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 Income Tax Calculator.
Income tax in Seattle combines federal, WA state, and no city income tax.
Layers of income tax in Seattle
Seattle levies no local income tax, so your bill is federal + WA state only.
Combine all layers to find your true marginal rate on the next dollar earned.
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: local tax on $116,068
No city income tax applies in Seattle; only WA state and federal tax do.
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
Does Seattle have a local income tax?
No local income tax in Seattle.
What taxes apply to Seattle residents?
Federal, WA state.