How do I file sales tax in Alabama?

You must file your sales tax returns with the Alabama Department of Revenue using the My Alabama Taxes (MAT) online portal. Returns are typically due on the 20th day of the month following the reporting period.

What items are exempt from sales tax in Alabama?

Alabama is one of the few states that fully taxes groceries. Exemptions are primarily limited to prescription drugs, gasoline, and specific agricultural or industrial equipment.

Do out-of-state sellers need to collect Alabama sales tax?

Yes. Alabama enforces an economic nexus threshold. If your business has over $250,000 in annual retail sales delivered into Alabama, you must register and collect state and local sales tax.

Verified April 2026

Washington Sales Tax Rates: 2026 County Guide

Complete sales tax breakdown for all 35 counties in Washington. Select a county to see city-level rates and How-To guides.

Rates verified: March 2026

Combined Rate 9.500%

State6.500%

Washington Base State Tax Rate

Jurisdiction	Rate
Washington State Sales Tax	6.500%
Total Combined Rate	9.500%

Economic Nexus Threshold

If your business exceeds $100,000 in annual Washington sales or 200 transactions, you must register and collect sales tax — even from out of state.

Avg Local Tax Rate

The average combined local tax rate across Washington is 3.00%. The highest local rate is 4.10%.

Washington Sales Tax Rates: 2026 County Guide

Washington Base State Tax Rate

Economic Nexus Threshold

Avg Local Tax Rate

All 35 Washington Counties

Adams

Benton

Clallam

Clark

Columbia

Cowlitz

Douglas

Ferry

Franklin

Garfield

Grant

Grays Harbor

Island

Jefferson

King

Kitsap

Klickitat

Lewis

Lincoln

Mason

Pacific

Pend Oreille

Pierce

San Juan

Skagit

Skamania

Snohomish

Spokane

Stevens

Thurston

Wahkiakum

Walla Walla

Whatcom

Whitman

Yakima

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