Is clothing taxed in Colorado?
Quick answer
Yes. Clothing is fully taxable in Colorado at the combined state and local rate.
Clothing is taxable at state and local rates.
Rule summary
How Colorado treats each category.
| Everyday clothing and footwear | Taxable at the combined rate (8%–8.81%) |
|---|---|
| Accessories, jewelry, handbags | Taxable in nearly every state, including exemption states |
| Sports and protective equipment | Taxable — treated as equipment, not clothing |
| Sales tax holiday | None |
Source: Colorado Department of Revenue · 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 Colorado Department of Revenue or a tax professional before relying on it for filing.
Combined rates in Colorado
What a taxable purchase actually costs in Colorado.
Frequently asked
Answers pulled from the same rule set.
- Is clothing taxed in Colorado?
- Yes. Clothing is fully taxable in Colorado at the combined state and local rate.
- Are shoes taxed in Colorado?
- Yes, footwear is taxed at the same combined rate as other clothing.
More Colorado guides
Other Colorado rules that change the total.