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Starbucks is expanding in Nashville over Seattle, possibly due to Tennessee's more favorable tax climate, with Washington state ranking 45th in tax climate and Tennessee boasting the nation's eighth-best tax climate. The move follows the passage of a 'millionaires tax' in Washington state, which imposes a 9.9% income tax on households earning over $1 million. Starbucks insists it's keeping its Seattle headquarters, but Nashville's lower hourly wage may make it attractive to employers.