Seattle, Washington Sales Tax Calculator (2026)
10.25% total combined rate — includes state and local taxes.
Seattle applies a combined sales tax rate of 10.25%, including Washington’s 6.5% base rate and local surcharges.
Seattle Sales Tax Calculator
Enter a purchase amount — we’ll calculate the total with Seattle’s tax rate.
Rate
10.25%
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The current combined rate for Seattle is 10.25%.
Seattle Sales Tax Breakdown
- State Rate: 6.50%
- City Rate: 3.75%
- County Rate: 0.00%
- Special Rate: 0.00%
- Total: 10.25%
About Seattle
Seattle’s total rate funds regional transit, education, and infrastructure. It’s among the highest combined rates in the U.S.
Example Calculation
A $1,000 purchase in Seattle adds $102.50 in sales tax, totaling $1,102.50.
FAQs for Seattle
What is Seattle’s total sales tax rate?
10.25%, combining state and local components.
Are groceries taxed?
No, most groceries are exempt in Washington State.