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

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