Does Washington have a state income tax?

Washington does not tax individual income. Washington taxes long-term capital gains above $278,000 but not wages.

What is the minimum wage in Washington in 2026?

The 2026 minimum wage in Washington is $17.13/hour. Highest state minimum wage; no tip credit.

What is the sales tax in Washington?

The statewide sales tax rate is 6.5% (local city/county add-ons can raise the combined rate considerably).

Washington Taxes 2026 — Income Tax, Sales Tax & Minimum Wage

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6.5%State sales tax

$17.132026 min wage

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Income Tax

Washington does not tax individual income. Washington does tax long-term capital gains above $278,000 (7%–9.9%).

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Sales Tax

The statewide sales tax is 6.5%. Cities and counties add local option taxes — combined rates commonly run 1.5–3 percentage points higher than the state rate.

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2026 Minimum Wage

$17.13/hour. Highest state minimum wage; no tip credit

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Tax Filing Notes

No {s.name} state income tax return is required for individuals — except the capital-gains tax above $278,000.

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Washington 2026 — FAQ

What is the 2026 minimum wage in Washington?

$17.13/hour. Highest state minimum wage; no tip credit

Is Washington income tax high or low compared to other states?

Washington is one of nine no-income-tax states (along with AK, FL, NV, NH, SD, TN, TX, WA, WY).

Do local taxes add to these rates?

Yes. Cities and counties add local sales taxes (often +1.5–3 points), and some states add county income taxes (e.g., MD, IN). Check your local jurisdiction for the effective rate.

Sources: Tax Foundation — State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets 2026; U.S. DOL/WHD state minimum wage tables (Paylocity/Gusto 2026 editions); state revenue agencies. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026. Educational reference — verify current rates with the Washington revenue department before relying on them.