Is clothing taxed in Arkansas?
Quick answer
Yes. Clothing is fully taxable in Arkansas at the combined state and local rate.
Clothing is taxable year-round outside the August holiday.
Rule summary
How Arkansas treats each category.
| Everyday clothing and footwear | Taxable at the combined rate (8.625%) |
|---|---|
| Accessories, jewelry, handbags | Taxable in nearly every state, including exemption states |
| Sports and protective equipment | Taxable — treated as equipment, not clothing |
| Sales tax holiday | Back-to-school holiday on the first weekend of August. |
Source: Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration · rates as published for 2026
This page summarizes the general rule. Every state writes exceptions for specific products, and local jurisdictions can differ from the state treatment. Confirm your situation with the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration or a tax professional before relying on it for filing.
Combined rates in Arkansas
What a taxable purchase actually costs in Arkansas.
Frequently asked
Answers pulled from the same rule set.
- Is clothing taxed in Arkansas?
- Yes. Clothing is fully taxable in Arkansas at the combined state and local rate.
- Are shoes taxed in Arkansas?
- Yes, footwear is taxed at the same combined rate as other clothing.
More Arkansas guides
Other Arkansas rules that change the total.