Sales Tax in Weed, California in 2025

We'll walk you through how the sales tax rate is determined for Weed and address some common questions you may have. We'll also cover how to collect, audit, and remit sales tax in Weed.

Plus, we’ll share the best solution that will ensure you are always compliant across the entire sales tax lifecycle.

Disclaimer: Our sales tax data is updated on a quarterly basis.

Weed Sales Tax Rate 2025

Weed is located in Siskiyou County in California, United States, and has a sales tax rate of 7.25%. This includes local and state sales tax rates.

Here is the breakdown of the Weed's sales tax:

Tax Jurisdiction	Sales Tax Rate
State Tax	6.25%
County Tax	1.00%
Special Tax	0%
Combined Rate	7.25%

Sales Tax Rates in Weed by Zip Codes and Districts

Let’s see the sales tax rates in Weed broken down by zip codes and districts:

District	Zip Codes	Combined Sales Tax Rate
Siskiyou County	96094	7.25%

How Does the Weed Sales Tax Compare to the Rest of California?

Weed has one of the lowest sales tax rates in California. At 7.50%, it is only 0.25% higher than California’s lowest rate (7.25% in places such as Colfax).

To contrast, Weed’s rate is 3.25% lower than California’s highest rate (10.75% in places such as Union City).

The sales tax for most towns and cities in California are somewhere in the middle. For example, Reedley has a sales tax rate of 9.23% and San Bruno has a rate of 9.88%.

To give you a better idea, here’s a comparison of Weed sales tax rates with a few other cities in California:

City	Sales Tax Rates
Palmdale	11.25%
Weimar	7.25%
Weed	7.25%
Weaverville	7.25%
Adin	7.25%

What Creates Sales Tax Nexus in Weed?

Weed follows the California state sales tax law, as it’s located in California. There are no separate nexus rules specifically for Weed other than the California state tax law.

Read More: Check out this detailed guide on Sales Tax in California.

California state sales tax nexus rules include:

• Economic Nexus: When a business sells goods worth $500,000 or more in the state within the previous or current tax year.
• Physical Location: This could be a warehouse, office, or distribution center.
• Employee Location: If a company has employees or any other type of representation in a particular state or city, they should pay taxes.
• Affiliate Nexus: When an out-of-state business receives substantial referrals from in-state businesses.
• Trade Shows: Businesses with a physical presence at trade shows for over 15 days within one calendar year.
• Tangible Personal Property: Sales of more than $500,000 worth of personal property like equipment, supplies, or IT systems in the previous or current tax year.

What Products Are Exempt from Weed Sales Tax?

The following tax exemptions are granted by the California sales tax law and apply to Weed as well. (There are no separate exemptions for Weed taxpayers.)

• Groceries
• Diapers
• Feminine hygiene products
• Digital services
• SaaS (if there is no transfer or sale of tangible personal property)
• Services like content writing, digital marketing, videography, and software building projects. However, there is an exception. If these services are closely connected to the sale of a physical product, such as equipment assembly, fabrication, or set-up, they may be taxable in California.

Who Needs a Sales Permit in Weed?

A sales permit or seller's permit is typically issued by states in the United States. You can apply for one in California through the CDTFA website. A seller's permit allows you to collect and remit sales tax on your products.

You need one if you:

• Operate as a wholesaler or retailer and conduct business in Weed or anywhere in California.
• Plan to sell or lease tangible personal property that’s usually taxable if sold in retail.

How to Collect Sales Tax in Weed

Since California is a modified origin-based sales tax state, the same applies to Weed as well. According to California sales tax law, two different tax types apply to most sales:

• Sales and use tax: Sales tax is imposed on the sales of products and services. If your clients haven't paid sales tax, you may need to collect and remit use tax on their behalf when they purchase goods.
• District transaction tax: It’s an additional local sales tax imposed on specific state districts on certain transactions. District taxes are approved by voters.

How to File and Pay Sales Tax in Weed

Taxpayers have two options for filing and paying Weed sales tax returns:

• Pay your sales tax in Weed by filing your statewide sales tax return online at the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration Website. Once you file your return, the state will then remit the appropriate amount to the counties and cities. If you prefer in-person assistance with your taxes, you can visit the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
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