Missouri Tax-Free Weekend: Aug. 2-4, What You Need to Know

Kansas City Braces for School Shopping Surge

Kansas City is gearing up for its annual tax-free weekend as families prepare for the upcoming school year. Starting at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, August 2, and running through Sunday, August 4, this holiday provides shoppers with some relief from sales tax on qualifying items.

What Qualifies for Tax Exemption?

During this special weekend, Missouri exempts both state and local sales taxes on a variety of items. The sales tax exemption includes the following categories:

Clothing

Any clothing article priced at $100 or less qualifies for tax exemption.

School Supplies

Items for school are exempt up to $50 per purchase. However, restrictions apply, meaning items like watches, radios, or sporting equipment won’t make the cut.

Computers and Software

• Computer software valued at $350 or less
• Personal computers priced under $1,500
• Computer peripheral devices, also exempt up to $1,500
• Graphing calculators priced at $150 or less

Online Shopping Is Included

Don’t worry if shopping from the comfort of your home is your style—items bought online during the tax-free weekend also qualify for these tax exemptions. Furthermore, it’s important to note that you don’t need to be a Missouri resident to take advantage of these savings.

Stay Informed

If you have questions about specific items or exceptions, the Missouri Department of Revenue provides detailed information online to help shoppers navigate the ins and outs of this weekend’s event. Remember, Kansas does not participate in a tax-free holiday, so shoppers in that state won’t see the same savings.

Get Ready to Shop!

With the new school year just around the corner, be sure to take advantage of this tax-free weekend to stock up on essentials without breaking the bank. Happy shopping!