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Washington sales tax rate increases, January 1, 2019

  • Jan 4, 2019 | Gail Cole
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Several local sales and use tax rate changes took effect in Washington state at the start of the year.

Local sales and use tax rates increased by the following amounts effective January 1, 2019 (listed with the new combined state and local rate).

  • Ephrata: 0.2% (8.2%)
    • The combined rate for car dealers and leasing companies in Ephrata is 8.1%.
  • Marysville: 0.1% (9.2%)
    • The combined rate for car dealers and leasing companies in Marysville is 9.1%.
  • Ocean Shores: 0.2% (9%)
    • The combined rate for car dealers and leasing companies in Ocean Shores is 8.7%.

Learn more about Washington sales and use tax.

Sales tax rates, rules, and regulations change frequently. Although we hope you'll find this information helpful, this blog is for informational purposes only and does not provide legal or tax advice.
Gail Cole
Avalara Author
Gail Cole
Gail Cole
Avalara Author Gail Cole
Gail began researching and writing about sales tax in 2012 and has been fascinated with it ever since. She has a penchant for uncovering unusual tax facts, and endeavors to make complex sales tax laws more digestible for both experts and laypeople.