Is shipping taxable in Washington?
Quick answer
Yes. Delivery charges are part of the taxable sales price in Washington, so you charge tax on shipping whenever the item being shipped is taxable.
Delivery charges are part of the selling price and taxable on taxable goods.
Rule summary
How Washington treats each category.
| Separately stated shipping | Taxable |
|---|---|
| Shipping bundled into item price | Taxable — it becomes part of the sales price |
| Handling charges | Taxable in most states, even where freight is exempt |
| Shipping on an exempt item | Not taxable — delivery follows the taxability of the goods |
Source: Washington State Department of Revenue · rates as published for 2026
This page summarizes the general rule. Every state writes exceptions for specific products, and local jurisdictions can differ from the state treatment. Confirm your situation with the Washington State Department of Revenue or a tax professional before relying on it for filing.
Combined rates in Washington
What a taxable purchase actually costs in Washington.
Frequently asked
Answers pulled from the same rule set.
- Is shipping taxable in Washington?
- Yes. Delivery charges are part of the taxable sales price in Washington, so you charge tax on shipping whenever the item being shipped is taxable.
- Should I charge tax on shipping for a mixed order in Washington?
- On an order containing both taxable and exempt goods, tax the delivery charge in proportion to the taxable share of the order, by price or by weight. Document whichever method you use consistently.
More Washington guides
Other Washington rules that change the total.