Vehicle Sales Tax Increases

Posted: November 23rd, 2025        Effective Date: January 1st, 2026

Link: https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/Senate/5801%20SBA%20TRAN%2025.pdf

Ticker Message Details:

The extra sales tax that is collected on vehicle sales is increasing from .3 to .5 percent of purchase price. This is collected in addition to the regular sales tax for city, county and state.