What is the Washington state income tax?

There is no Washington state income tax for business entities and individuals. However, the state still collects a gross receipts tax of 1.5%.

Washington businesses are generally subject to the subsequent taxes:

• Business and occupation (B&O) tax: Virtually all Washington businesses are subject to B&O tax; including businesses formed as corporations, LLCs, partnerships and sole proprietorships, whether they are nonprofit or for profit.
• Retail sales tax: Generally, sales of tangible assets to consumers are subject to a retail tax. Retail tax is also levied on certain services such as escrow, title insurance, credit bureaus, etc.
• Use tax: This tax is charged on the value of the goods and includes the cost of shipping, delivery or shipping fees paid to the seller.
• Personal property tax: Personal property used in business is also subject to property tax, including furniture, equipment, and supplies. Tax rates for real estate and personal property are the same.

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