The change2/5
6.5% → 7%
DC's general sales tax rate on goods, digital goods & taxable services
It was 6% until Oct 1, 2025. This is the second step of a two-year increase.
What you'll pay in tax3/5
| You spend | Tax (6.5% → 7%) |
|---|---|
| $50 | $3.25 → $3.50 |
| $100 | $6.50 → $7.00 |
| $500 | $32.50 → $35.00 |
| $1,000 | $65 → $70 |
Good to know4/5
- Applies to purchases made in DC — including online orders shipped to DC.
- Special rates (restaurant meals, hotels, parking) are separate and not part of this change.
- Holiday season is coming. Does the extra 0.5% change your holiday spending? Tell us in the comments.
SOURCES · 5/5
DC Office of Tax and Revenueotr.cfo.dc.govSales Tax Institutesalestaxinstitute.com
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