Is clothing taxed in Texas?
Quick answer
Yes. Clothing is fully taxable in Texas at the combined state and local rate.
Clothing is taxable outside the August holiday.
Rule summary
How Texas treats each category.
| Everyday clothing and footwear | Taxable at the combined rate (8.25%) |
|---|---|
| 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 in August plus emergency-preparation and Energy Star holidays. |
Source: Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts · 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 Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts or a tax professional before relying on it for filing.
Combined rates in Texas
What a taxable purchase actually costs in Texas.
Frequently asked
Answers pulled from the same rule set.
- Is clothing taxed in Texas?
- Yes. Clothing is fully taxable in Texas at the combined state and local rate.
- Are shoes taxed in Texas?
- Yes, footwear is taxed at the same combined rate as other clothing.
More Texas guides
Other Texas rules that change the total.