Connecticut’s 2024 Sales Tax-Free Week

Get ready to shop without the additional sales tax! Connecticut’s sales tax-free week on select items will begin on Sunday, August 18 and go through Saturday, August 24. This much-anticipated event where shoppers can enjoy a break from the usual sales tax on certain items lines up with back-to-school shopping. Connecticut shoppers can save on essential goods from clothing to school supplies to electronics to home essentials.

The statewide sales tax is 6.35% for the retail sale, lease, or rental of most goods. During sales tax-free week, certain clothing items or footwear costing less than $100 are exempt from sales tax. All you have to do is show up to your favorite stores. The sales tax holiday applies to both state and out-of-state retailers with stores in Connecticut, so you should not be taxed at any stores in the state. The tax exemption also applies to purchases made online, on the phone or by mail, as long as the customer pays full price during the sales tax-free week.

Sales Tax Free Week promotes consumer spending, supports local businesses, and provides tangible savings to the community. This week provides immediate financial relief by eliminating the sales tax making back-to-school shopping more affordable. It helps families manage their budgets more effectively, especially during times of year when expenses typically increase. Additionally, this event stimulates local economies by boosting retail sales, as shoppers are more likely to spend when they can save on taxes.

For a full list of which items qualify for the sales tax holiday, you can visit the Department of Revenue’s website.

Posted by Michelle Rappaport