District of Columbia Sales Tax Calculator 2026
2026Calculate sales tax in District of Columbia. District of Columbia has a 6% state sales tax rate. Based on current DC rates.
Total Tax
$9.25
Total with Tax
$109.25
Combined Rate
9.250%
Tax Breakdown
| State Tax (7.25%) | $7.25 |
| Local Tax (2.00%) | $2.00 |
| Total Sales Tax | $9.25 |
| Total with Tax | $109.25 |
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District of Columbia Tax Overview
DC has one of the highest top marginal income tax rates in the country at 10.75% on income over $1 million. The district does not use filing status distinctions for bracket thresholds.
DC's Universal Paid Leave program provides up to 12 weeks of parental leave, 12 weeks of family leave, 12 weeks of medical leave, and 2 weeks of prenatal leave. It is employer-funded at 0.26% of wages.
The District has an estate tax with a relatively low exemption of approximately $4.71 million, significantly below the federal exemption level.
DC's minimum wage of $17.95/hr is among the highest in the nation and is indexed to inflation through the CPI. Tipped employees must receive at least $10.00/hr.
As a federal district, DC residents pay federal income taxes but have no voting representation in Congress. The district conforms to federal standard deduction amounts.
District of Columbia Sales Tax Details (2026)
| State Sales Tax Rate | 6% |
| Local Taxes Apply | No |
| State Income Tax | progressive (up to 10.75%) |
| Avg. Property Tax Rate | 0.0056% |