Is clothing taxed in Minnesota?
Quick answer
No. Minnesota exempts most everyday clothing and footwear from sales tax year-round, with no price cap.
Minnesota exempts clothing year-round with no price cap. Accessories, sports gear and fur are taxable.
Rule summary
How Minnesota treats each category.
| Everyday clothing and footwear | Exempt, no price cap |
|---|---|
| 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: Minnesota 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 Minnesota Department of Revenue or a tax professional before relying on it for filing.
Combined rates in Minnesota
What a taxable purchase actually costs in Minnesota.
Frequently asked
Answers pulled from the same rule set.
- Is clothing taxed in Minnesota?
- No. Minnesota exempts most everyday clothing and footwear from sales tax year-round, with no price cap.
- Are shoes taxed in Minnesota?
- Footwear follows the same rule as clothing in Minnesota and is exempt, except for specialty athletic and protective footwear.
More Minnesota guides
Other Minnesota rules that change the total.