Sep 3, 2026 - News
Trump tariffs have cost Washington importers $7.1 billion
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President Trump's trade actions have cost Washington importers billions since the start of 2025, giving the state the nation's 15th-highest tariff burden.
By the numbers: Washington importers paid an estimated $7.1 billion in Trump tariffs through June, according to National Taxpayers Union Foundation data.
- That's the equivalent of $2,257 per household.
- Cars and trucks were by far the state's largest tariff-hit category, followed by toys and games.
Yes, but: The Supreme Court struck down Trump's sweeping emergency-power tariffs in February, and importers are now seeking refunds for billions of dollars in duties already paid.
- The data reflect tariffs collected through June 2026, including some costs that could ultimately be refunded.