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Absolutely. Upgrade or downgrade as your nexus footprint changes.

Yes. We support both domestic U.S. sellers and international sellers expanding into the U.S with our sales tax services.

Texas imposes a 6.25% state sales tax on most tangible goods and taxable services. However, local jurisdictions—cities, counties, transit authorities, and special purpose districts—can add up to 2% more, creating a combined rate as high as 8.25% in many locations. For sellers using platforms like Amazon, Shopify, or Walmart, understanding this layering of taxes can quickly become confusing, especially when your sales reach across multiple Texas regions.

Beyond just knowing the rate, businesses must determine if they have economic nexus in Texas. The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts requires registration once you exceed $500,000 in annual sales delivered into the state. This includes all channels—marketplace sales, direct website sales, and even wholesale shipments. Once registered, you must collect and remit tax to the Comptroller according to the assigned filing schedule—monthly, quarterly, or annually.

Here’s where many ecommerce sellers stumble: Texas doesn’t have a uniform local tax structure. Local jurisdictions change rates or add districts frequently, making automated software unreliable without continuous monitoring. Additionally, certain transactions (like drop shipments or mixed-service sales) are taxed differently depending on how the sale is structured. This complexity can trigger audit risks if filings aren’t perfectly aligned with your nexus profile.

At Sales Tax Compliance USA, we simplify this entire process. We perform a complete nexus evaluation for your business, register you directly with the Texas Comptroller, and ensure all local rates are mapped accurately within your sales channels. We handle monthly or quarterly filings, manage correspondence with the state, and monitor ongoing threshold changes so you stay compliant year-round.

If you’re expanding into Texas or already selling there, our Starter or Growth sales tax services Package covers everything from registration to return preparation—so you never have to worry about penalties, interest, or missed filings again.
👉 Learn more in our Texas Sales Tax Guide or book a free consultation to have your Texas nexus assessed today.

Florida’s sales tax system appears simple on the surface—a 6% state sales tax on most retail sales and leases—but local discretionary surtaxes (up to 2.5%) make actual collection much more complex. Each county sets its own surtax, which must be applied based on the buyer’s delivery location. Sellers who exceed $100,000 in annual sales into Florida are required to register and collect these taxes, even if they’re based outside the state.

For remote sellers, compliance starts with registration through the Florida Department of Revenue (DOR). Once approved, the DOR assigns filing frequencies (monthly, quarterly, or annually). Failure to register or file correctly can trigger late penalties or audit requests. Complicating things further, Florida has unique exemptions (e.g., certain groceries, medical products, and farm supplies) that vary from other states—meaning a one-size-fits-all approach to tax calculation doesn’t work here.

Many ecommerce sellers underestimate how difficult it is to configure their sales platforms for Florida’s layered surtax system. Amazon or Shopify can collect the base rate automatically, but they often misapply county surtaxes or exempt items incorrectly. When that happens, the liability falls on you—not the platform.

Our Florida specialists at Sales Tax Compliance USA manage every aspect of the process. We confirm your economic nexus exposure, complete registration with the Florida DOR, and configure your platforms to ensure correct surtax calculation. We also prepare and submit your returns, reconcile reported sales with marketplace data, and track any rate or exemption changes announced by the state.

Because Florida audits remote sellers frequently, having a compliance partner minimizes your risk and saves hours every month. Whether you’re a new seller crossing the nexus threshold or a global brand managing dozens of states, our Growth or Pro sales tax services Package ensures your Florida compliance is handled accurately from start to finish.
👉 Explore our Florida Sales Tax Guide for deeper insights or schedule a consultation today.

New Jersey applies a 6.625% state sales tax on most tangible goods, but the complexity arises in its exemptions, local exceptions, and filing rules. For example, unprepared foods, prescription drugs, and most clothing are exempt—but other personal items (like accessories) are fully taxable. Sellers exceeding $100,000 in annual sales or 200 transactions into the state meet economic nexus and must register through the New Jersey Division of Taxation.

Unlike many states, New Jersey does not have local tax add-ons—but it enforces strict filing and record-keeping requirements. Returns must be filed monthly, quarterly, or annually depending on assigned frequency, and even zero-activity periods require a “zero return” submission. Failing to file—even when no tax is due—can lead to notices and penalties.

Remote sellers face additional confusion around marketplace facilitator rules. While platforms like Amazon or Walmart collect and remit tax on facilitated sales, you may still need an active permit for direct or wholesale transactions. Managing these overlaps correctly requires consistent reporting between your marketplace and your state filings.

That’s where Sales Tax Compliance USA steps in. Our team registers your business, maintains your permit, and files all returns through the Division of Taxation’s online portal. We ensure that exempt transactions, such as clothing or resale sales, are properly documented, protecting you from audit exposure. We also monitor changes in taxability rules (e.g., digital goods) so your filings remain accurate.

For sellers with limited U.S. exposure, our Starter sales tax services Package is ideal for handling states like New Jersey. For multi-state sellers, our Pro Package consolidates filings and tracks all thresholds automatically.
👉 Learn more in our New Jersey Sales Tax Guide

Washington operates one of the most complex sales tax systems in the country. The state rate is 6.5%, but local city and county rates add between 0.5% and 4%, pushing total rates near 10% in some areas. The Department of Revenue (DOR) administers all sales and use taxes, but the layering of local jurisdictions means sellers must determine tax rates down to the exact delivery address.

Any business with $100,000 in annual sales into Washington is required to register and collect. Sellers also face use tax obligations for out-of-state purchases used within the state. Washington audits aggressively, especially for unregistered remote sellers using Amazon FBA warehouses or third-party logistics providers located within the state.

Beyond registration, the DOR requires detailed return filings through the My DOR portal. Each filing must break out state, local, and special district taxes. Mistakes in location coding can create liabilities that accumulate quietly over time.

At Sales Tax Compliance USA, we specialize in managing these multi-jurisdictional complexities. We perform address-level tax mapping, register your business, and file on your behalf every month or quarter. Our ongoing compliance monitoring keeps your business aligned with Washington’s rapidly changing rates and reporting requirements. For many clients, this service eliminates dozens of hours of manual work per month and reduces audit exposure dramatically.

Our Growth sales tax services Package includes full Washington nexus monitoring and filing; our Pro Package adds periodic audit-risk reviews and dedicated support.
👉 Explore our Washington Sales Tax Guide for details.

Ohio’s state rate is 5.75%, but each of the 88 counties adds its own local tax, resulting in combined rates between 6.5% and 8%. Sellers who exceed $100,000 in Ohio sales or conduct 200 or more separate transactions are obligated to register, collect, and remit sales tax through the Ohio Department of Taxation.

What complicates compliance is that Ohio updates its county tax tables multiple times a year. Filing schedules (monthly or semi-annual) depend on your total tax liability, and returns must include detailed local breakdowns. If you sell through multiple channels—Amazon, Shopify, wholesale invoices—each needs to be reconciled separately to ensure accurate reporting.

Ohio’s Department of Taxation expects precise record-keeping, and audit periods typically cover up to four years. Many remote sellers underestimate this requirement, submitting incomplete data or misclassifying exemptions.

Our team at Sales Tax Compliance USA manages this entire process end-to-end. We register your business, integrate your sales data, file accurate returns, and track all county rate updates automatically. Our internal systems reconcile marketplace data (Amazon, Walmart, Shopify) to ensure perfect consistency with the Department of Taxation filings.

For smaller sellers, the Starter sales tax services Package is perfect for single-state management like Ohio. For multi-state exposure, our Growth Package scales seamlessly.
👉 Read our Ohio Sales Tax Guide or book a consultation to review your Ohio nexus exposure.

California has one of the most challenging sales tax systems in the U.S. The base state rate is 7.25%, but local district taxes add between 0.1% and 2.5%, with total combined rates exceeding 10% in certain cities. The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) enforces strict rules for out-of-state sellers. Any business exceeding $500,000 in California sales in a 12-month period must register and collect tax—even without a physical presence.

California’s complexity lies in its overlapping district taxes. Each address must be assigned to the correct district, and returns require separate reporting lines for every applicable district. Sellers using multiple platforms (Shopify, Amazon, Etsy) often find it nearly impossible to reconcile their transactions accurately without specialized support.

Filing errors—especially those related to district codes—trigger common CDTFA audits. These audits can assess back taxes, interest, and penalties that quickly add up. Even experienced accountants struggle to manage the intricate mapping required for compliance across hundreds of jurisdictions.

At Sales Tax Compliance USA, our California compliance team manages registration, filing, and district-level rate configuration for your sales platforms. We automate reporting to match CDTFA requirements, reconcile all sales data sources, and handle communication with the Department directly if issues arise. For international sellers shipping into California, we ensure your marketplace data aligns perfectly with state-reported figures, protecting you from under-collection or over-remittance errors.

For businesses expanding into large markets like California, our Pro sales tax services Package delivers full automation, nexus monitoring, and periodic compliance reviews to keep you fully protected.
👉 Visit our California Sales Tax Guide to learn more.

Only five U.S. states—Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, Oregon, and Alaska—have no statewide sales tax. But the “no-sales-tax” label is deceptive; each of these states has its own quirks, and misunderstanding them can still create compliance risks for online sellers.

Delaware attracts many corporations because it imposes no retail sales tax, yet it does charge a gross-receipts tax on sellers’ total revenue. That means even if you’re not collecting sales tax, you may owe Delaware business tax if you maintain inventory or a registered entity there.

Montana and New Hampshire skip general sales taxes but impose specific excise taxes on certain goods—alcohol, tobacco, fuel, and short-term lodging. Sellers often assume they can ignore these categories, but one misclassified product can trigger penalties.

Oregon prides itself on having no sales tax at all, yet it enforces corporate activity taxes and local business license fees that function similarly.

Finally, Alaska stands out for its local-option sales taxes. Over 100 boroughs and municipalities impose their own rates—some up to 7.5 percent—administered separately through the Alaska Remote Seller Sales Tax Commission. Remote sellers with $100,000 in sales or 200 transactions into Alaska are obligated to register and file through that portal.

For ecommerce businesses selling nationally, “no-tax” states still create nexus questions. If you store goods in an Amazon FBA warehouse in Delaware or ship from a third-party logistics center in Alaska, you may trigger registration duties even if you never make a local sale. Tracking these nuances across multiple fulfillment points and platforms is where most merchants stumble.

At Sales Tax Compliance USA, we help clients clarify whether they truly have zero collection obligations or hidden filing requirements. Our Starter sales tax services Package includes a full nexus review that identifies potential liabilities in every state—yes, even the “no-tax” ones. We handle registrations with local agencies like the Alaska Commission, monitor rule changes, and document exemption positions so you’re protected during audits.

What looks simple on a map rarely is in practice. That’s why hundreds of remote sellers choose to centralize their filings with us—so they can confidently advertise “tax-free shipping” without risking non-compliance.
👉 Learn more in our upcoming Guide to No-Sales-Tax States or book a free consultation to verify your exposure.

If you’re expanding your ecommerce footprint, it’s natural to wonder where your customers face the lowest sales tax burden. Generally, the states with the lowest combined rates include Hawaii (≈4.5%), Wyoming (≈5.3%), Wisconsin (≈5.4%), Maine (≈5.5%), and Virginia (≈5.6%). But these averages hide a patchwork of local additions and special district taxes that change quarterly.

For example, Hawaii’s General Excise Tax (GET) is just 4 percent, but it applies to nearly all business income—including wholesale transactions—making compliance uniquely complex. Wyoming keeps rates modest, yet sellers must register and file even if they make a single remote sale exceeding the $100,000 economic nexus threshold. Wisconsin simplifies local add-ons but enforces strict filing calendars and digital record requirements.

Low rates do not mean low compliance risk. Every state defines “taxable goods and services” differently. Maine taxes short-term rentals at 9 percent, Virginia exempts some groceries but not prepared foods, and Hawaii taxes nearly everything. Remote sellers that assume “low tax = low risk” often under-collect, leading to expensive retroactive assessments.

From a strategic standpoint, it’s tempting to focus on low-rate states to reduce buyer friction—but your nexus footprint determines where you must collect, not where you prefer to. The moment your sales or shipping activity crosses a threshold, you’re responsible for correct registration, rate calculation, and return filing—regardless of whether the rate is 4 percent or 10 percent.

That’s where Sales Tax Compliance USA transforms confusion into clarity. Our team maintains up-to-date rate databases for all 45 taxing states plus D.C., automatically updating your collection settings on Amazon, Shopify, and Walmart. We verify each jurisdiction’s nexus threshold, set correct filing frequencies, and submit returns under your account so you never miss a deadline.

Clients who subscribe to our Growth sales tax services Package or Pro sales tax services Package receive ongoing monitoring—if a state adjusts its local rate or nexus rule, we alert you instantly and adjust filings before any exposure occurs.

So while knowing which states have the lowest sales taxes is useful trivia, the real savings come from avoiding penalties, interest, and wasted time. Let our specialists handle the complexity while you focus on growth.
👉 Read our full State Sales Tax Rate Comparison Guide or schedule a free consultation to review where your business is most exposed.