Is clothing taxed in Georgia?
Quick answer
Yes. Clothing is fully taxable in Georgia at the combined state and local rate.
Clothing is taxable at the combined rate.
Rule summary
How Georgia treats each category.
| Everyday clothing and footwear | Taxable at the combined rate (8.9%) |
|---|---|
| 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: Georgia 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 Georgia Department of Revenue or a tax professional before relying on it for filing.
Combined rates in Georgia
What a taxable purchase actually costs in Georgia.
Frequently asked
Answers pulled from the same rule set.
- Is clothing taxed in Georgia?
- Yes. Clothing is fully taxable in Georgia at the combined state and local rate.
- Are shoes taxed in Georgia?
- Yes, footwear is taxed at the same combined rate as other clothing.
More Georgia guides
Other Georgia rules that change the total.