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Washington Tax Laws
Federal, state, and local governments all collect taxes in a variety of ways.
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State revenues comprise property taxes, sales taxes, and certain taxes on businesses. Also, states levy extra taxes on liquor, tobacco products, and gasoline.
In Washington, for example, gasoline is taxed at 55.9 cents per gallon, cigarettes are taxed at $3.25 per pack of 20, and sales tax is 6.5 percent. Taxes allow Washington and other states to provide essential services and maintain order. Click on a link below to learn more about the Evergreen State’s tax laws.
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A list of the tax rates in the State of Washington for consumer goods, such as gasoline, tobacco products, liquor, and sales tax in general.
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Washington Personal Income Tax Laws
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