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Calculate sales tax for purchases in District of Columbia (DC).

State Tax Rate

6.0%

Avg. Local Rate

0.0%

Combined Rate

6.0%

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Sales Tax in District of Columbia

District of Columbia levies a state sales tax rate of 6.0% on most retail purchases of tangible personal property and select services. District of Columbia does not permit local sales taxes, so the state rate of 6.0% is the only sales tax consumers pay.

Common exemptions in many states include groceries, prescription drugs, and certain medical equipment, though specific exemptions vary. Businesses selling taxable goods or services in District of Columbia must register for a sales tax permit and collect tax at the point of sale. Online sellers with sufficient economic nexus in District of Columbia are also required to collect and remit sales tax.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the sales tax rate in District of Columbia?
The state sales tax rate in District of Columbia is 6.0%. When combined with the average local rate of 0.0%, the typical combined sales tax rate is 6.0%.
Does District of Columbia have local sales taxes?
District of Columbia does not have local sales taxes. The state rate of 6.0% is the only sales tax applied to purchases statewide.
What items are exempt from sales tax in District of Columbia?
Sales tax exemptions in District of Columbia vary but commonly include prescription medications and certain medical devices. Many states also exempt or reduce the rate on groceries, clothing, and other essential items. Check with the District of Columbia Department of Revenue for a complete list of exempt items.
How do I file sales tax in District of Columbia?
Businesses registered to collect sales tax in District of Columbia must file returns with the state's Department of Revenue on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis depending on the volume of sales. Returns typically include the total taxable sales, the tax collected, and any allowable deductions or credits.

Sales Tax in Other States

Alabama9.5%Alaska1.8%Arizona8.5%Arkansas9.5%California9.0%Colorado7.9%Connecticut6.3%Delaware0.0%Florida7.0%Georgia7.5%Hawaii4.5%Idaho6.0%Illinois9.0%Indiana7.0%Iowa6.9%Kansas8.7%Kentucky6.0%Louisiana10.1%Maine5.5%Maryland6.0%Massachusetts6.3%Michigan6.0%Minnesota8.1%Mississippi7.1%Missouri8.4%Montana0.0%Nebraska7.0%Nevada8.2%New Hampshire0.0%New Jersey6.6%New Mexico7.7%New York8.5%North Carolina7.0%North Dakota7.1%Ohio7.3%Oklahoma9.1%Oregon0.0%Pennsylvania6.3%Rhode Island7.0%South Carolina7.5%South Dakota6.1%Tennessee9.6%Texas8.2%Utah7.4%Vermont6.4%Virginia5.8%Washington9.5%West Virginia6.6%Wisconsin5.7%Wyoming5.6%