Taxes & Fees: Everett vs Lynnwood
How do taxes & fees rules compare between Everett, WA and Lynnwood, WA?
Everett and Lynnwood have similar restriction levels.
Everett, WA
Snohomish County
WA State lodging tax and local taxes apply. Everett levies additional local lodging taxes. Platforms auto-collect. WA B&O tax also applies to STR income.
View full Everett rules →Lynnwood, WA
Snohomish County
STR operators in Lynnwood must collect and remit Washington State retail sales tax (6.5%) and applicable lodging tax under RCW 67.28. The state rate plus Snohomish County and city lodging taxes may apply. Register with WA Dept. of Revenue.
View full Lynnwood rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Everett | Lynnwood |
|---|---|---|
| State Tax | Sales + lodging tax | - |
| Local Tax | Varies by city | - |
| B&O Tax | Applies to STR income | - |
| Platforms | Auto-collect | - |
| State Sales Tax | - | 6.5% (RCW 82.08) |
| Lodging Tax | - | State + local rates (RCW 67.28) |
| WA Registration | - | WA Dept. of Revenue |
| Code | - | RCW 64.37; RCW 67.28 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Everett FAQ
What taxes do I owe?
State sales tax + local lodging tax + B&O tax. Platforms collect lodging taxes automatically.
Does Airbnb handle it?
Platforms collect and remit state and local lodging taxes. You still owe B&O tax on income.
Lynnwood FAQ
What taxes do I owe on short-term rental income in Lynnwood?
STR operators in Lynnwood must collect and remit Washington State retail sales tax (6.5%) and applicable lodging tax under RCW 67.28. The state rate plus Snohomish County and city lodging taxes may apply. Register with WA Dept. of Revenue.
How much is the short-term rental license fee in Lynnwood?
State Sales Tax: 6.5% (RCW 82.08). Lodging Tax: State + local rates (RCW 67.28). WA Registration: WA Dept. of Revenue. Code: RCW 64.37; RCW 67.28.
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