Dawn Griffin August 2, 2026
Missouri’s annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday is coming up Friday, August 7 through Sunday, August 9, 2026. During the three-day event, shoppers can purchase qualifying clothing, school supplies, computers and other back-to-school essentials without paying Missouri state or local sales tax. You do not need to be a student or a Missouri resident to take advantage of the savings.
The sales tax exemption applies to qualifying items within the following price limits:
Eligible school supplies may include backpacks, lunch boxes, textbooks, notebooks, art supplies, USB drives and certain musical instruments. Tablets and iPads may also qualify as personal computers when they fall within the price limit.
Not every item commonly purchased during back-to-school season is included. Items that are generally taxable include:
The purchase price matters. When an item costs more than the applicable limit, the entire purchase price is taxable—not just the amount above the limit. For example, a $98 pair of jeans may qualify, while a $114 sweater would not.
Qualifying online purchases may be tax-free when the order is completed and paid for during the sales tax holiday, even if the item is delivered later. Keep in mind that required shipping and handling charges may count toward the item’s price when determining whether it falls within the qualifying limit.
Qualifying purchases are exempt from both state and local sales taxes throughout Missouri. Cities and counties can no longer choose to opt out of the annual holiday. Teachers purchasing classroom supplies with their own money may also participate, provided the items meet the program’s requirements. 🔗 Missouri Department of Revenue Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Information Page
Tax-Free Weekend can also be a good opportunity to purchase extra notebooks, pencils, backpacks or other supplies for a local student.
St. Louis-area organizations that help children begin the school year prepared include:
Because donation needs and collection dates may change each year, check with the organization before purchasing or dropping off supplies.
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