Washington capital gains tax estimator
Estimate Washington tax impact from a single sale.
How this calculator works
Step 1 calculates your capital gain using cost basis and sale proceeds. If you provide dates, the tool classifies the holding period for reference.
Step 2 applies Washington’s capital gains exclusion and rate to long-term gains.
Step 3 summarizes the Washington excise tax due and reminds you that federal capital gains rules determine your overall tax liability.
Frequently asked questions
Does Washington have a special long-term gain rate?
Washington applies a 7% excise tax on long-term gains above the exclusion amount.
What if I have a loss?
Losses are displayed for context. Check federal rules for how losses offset gains.
Do I need to adjust for residency?
Part-year and nonresident filers should prorate Washington-source income using the allocation percent on their return.
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This tool estimates Washington tax impact only and is not legal or tax advice.