State guide · Facts checked October 24, 2026
Gold IRA Companies in Washington
Federal rules treat every gold IRA the same — the real differences between states sit at the edges, and they are real money. On the way in: Washington applies its sales tax to bullion purchases with no exemption. On the way out: Washington levies no state income tax, so IRA distributions leave the account state-tax-free.
Below you'll find the ten companies our desk rates, the sourcing behind each Washington fact (state revenue publications, with check dates), and where approved storage sits. Where a rule is in flux, we say so on the page.
Rated gold IRA companies serving Washington
Scores come from our national comparison (five weighted criteria, published methodology). State changes what you pay around the purchase — not the service quality you should expect.
| Company | Overall | Fees | Feedback | Min. investment | HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noble Gold Investments | 4.1 | 3.5 | 4.5 | Varies — see review | Encino, California (16830 Ventura Blvd, Suite 326) [verify — many readers assume Texas because of the company's Texas depository marketing] |
| GoldStar Trust | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | N/A (custodian) | Amarillo, TX |
| Augusta Precious Metals | 4.0 | 3.0 | 4.5 | $50,000 for cash or IRA purchases | Casper, WY [verify — BBB profile lists a Beverly Hills, CA address] |
| Advantage Gold | 3.9 | 3.5 | 4.0 | $10,000–$25,000 | Austin, TX |
| Birch Gold Group | 3.9 | 3.5 | 3.5 | $5,000 recommended minimum | 309 Court Avenue, Suite 809, Des Moines, IA 50309 [verify — historically associated with Beverly Hills, CA] |
| Goldco | 3.9 | 3.5 | 4.0 | $25,000 generally required for gold IRA… | Woodland Hills, CA |
| American Hartford Gold | 3.8 | 3.5 | 4.0 | $10,000 for a Gold IRA | Los Angeles, CA |
| Lear Capital | 3.3 | 3.0 | 3.5 | $10,000 for a Gold IRA | Los Angeles, CA |
| Preserve Gold | 3.2 | 3.0 | 3.5 | $10,000–$25,000 | Woodland Hills, California |
| Regal Assets | 1.3 | 2.0 | 1.0 | $5,000 | Burbank, CA |
Scale 1–5. Criteria and caps: methodology.
Buying bullion in Washington: sales tax
Washington's sales-tax exemption for precious metal bullion ended on January 1, 2026: bullion and monetized bullion are now subject to state and local sales tax — around 10% with local additions in Seattle.
Watch: SB 5894 proposes restoring the exemption; dealer groups report buyers shifting purchases to Oregon and Idaho. Re-check before ordering.
Source: WA Department of Revenue — industry guide · checked October 24, 2026
Taking distributions in Washington
Washington levies no state income tax; its 7% capital-gains excise tax targets investment gains and does not reach retirement account distributions.
Source: Washington Department of Revenue · checked October 24, 2026
Storing IRA metals: Washington options
IRS rules bar self-storage: your metals sit with an approved depository your custodian uses. Storage choice affects fees and logistics more than most buyers expect — here is what Washington investors actually use:
| Facility | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Depository Service Company | Wilmington, DE | National default vault for Washington IRA investors. |
| Brink's global vault networkunconfirmed | Nationwide (regional vaults) | Regional storage hubs including Pacific Northwest facilities; confirm current IRA storage with your custodian. |
Washington cities
City guides for 5 more Washington cities — including Vancouver, Bellevue, Kent — are in preparation and will publish as their local data is verified.