States with Tax-Free Back-to-School Shopping
Tax-free shopping days are almost here, when children and adults alike can get clothing and school supplies tax-free. From computers, computer equipment to shoes and shirts, families can save tons during this summer event. If you’re luck enough to live in a state that participates in tax-free shopping, this information is for you. Here are the states that have tax-free shopping, their dates and the maximum amount per item:
- Alabama
Aug. 6-8; clothing-$100, computers-$750, school supplies-$50, books-$30
- ConnecticutAug. 15-21; clothing and footwear-$300
- FloridaAug. 13-15; clothing and books-$50, school supplies-$10
- IllinoisAug. 6-15; clothing, footwear and school supplies-$100
- IowaAug. 6-7; clothing-$100
- MarylandAug. 8-14; clothing and footwear-$100
- MississippiJuly 30-31; clothing and footwear-$100
- MissouriAug. 6-8; clothing-$100, computers-$3,500, school supplies-$50
- New MexicoAug. 6-8; clothing-$100, computers-$1,000, school supplies-$15
- North CarolinaAug. 6-8; clothing-$100, computers-$3,500, other computer-$250, school supplies-$100, instructional materials-$300, sports equipment-$50
- OklahomaAug. 6-8; Clothing-$100
- South CarolinaAug. 6-8; clothing, school supplies, computers and other school-related equipment are exempt from the sales and use tax.
- TennesseeAug. 6-8; clothing-$100, computers-$1,500, school supplies-$100
- TexasAug. 20-22; Clothing, backpacks and school supplies-$100
- VirginiaAug. 6-8; clothing-$100, school supplies-$20


