- Forty-five states and the District of Columbia have statewide sales taxes.
- Local sales taxes are collected in 38 states and can sometimes be higher than state rates.
- The states with the highest average combined state and local sales tax rates are Louisiana, Tennessee, Arkansas, Washington, and Alabama.
- Recent local sales tax increases in Minnesota and Wisconsin have affected states’ average sales tax rates.
- Sales tax rates vary by state and can impact revenue collection and the economy.
- Differences in sales tax rates can influence consumer behavior, such as shopping across borders or buying products online.
Source: taxfoundation.org
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