Alabama’s back-to-school sales tax holiday set for July 17-19

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Alabama families will have a chance to save money on back-to-school supplies between July 17 and 19 as part of the state’s annual back-to-school sales tax holiday.

During the three-day tax holiday, shoppers can buy computers, books and clothing free of Alabama’s 4% state sales or use tax.

Additionally, more than 300 cities and counties across Alabama are waiving their local sales taxes.

You can check if your community is participating here.

New exemption limits for 2026 include:

• $156 or less per item of clothing or footwear (previously $100)
• $78 or less per item for certain school supplies (previously $50)
• $1,173 or less on single purchase of computers/equipment (previously $750)
• $47 or less on any book & $78 or less on textbooks (previously $30)

“The expanded exemption limits make this year’s tax holiday even more valuable for Alabama families,” said Rick Brown, president of the Alabama Retail Association. “These changes help consumers purchase the items they need for the new school year while also supporting Alabama retailers in their local communities.”

More information about the back-to-school sales tax holiday can be found here.

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