Is clothing taxed in Pennsylvania?
Quick answer
No. Pennsylvania exempts most everyday clothing and footwear from sales tax year-round, with no price cap.
Pennsylvania exempts everyday clothing year-round. Formal wear, fur, and sporting goods are taxable.
Rule summary
How Pennsylvania 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: Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania Department of Revenue or a tax professional before relying on it for filing.
Combined rates in Pennsylvania
What a taxable purchase actually costs in Pennsylvania.
Frequently asked
Answers pulled from the same rule set.
- Is clothing taxed in Pennsylvania?
- No. Pennsylvania exempts most everyday clothing and footwear from sales tax year-round, with no price cap.
- Are shoes taxed in Pennsylvania?
- Footwear follows the same rule as clothing in Pennsylvania and is exempt, except for specialty athletic and protective footwear.
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