Applicable Sales Tax by State
Taxes are based on local state and local taxes. Tax is applicable in the following states as well as the District of Columbia:
- Alabama
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Florida
- Georgia
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Frequently Asked Questions
How is my sales tax calculated for my purchase?
Sales tax at Academy Sports + Outdoors is calculated based on the state and local tax rates at your shipping address or in-store pickup location.
Here's a breakdown:
- Online Orders: When you place an order online, Academy calculates the sales tax based on the delivery address. This means the tax rate will vary depending on where you live.
- In-Store Pickup: If you choose to pick up your order in-store, the sales tax will be calculated based on the location of the store where you pick up your items.
- Taxable Items: Most sporting goods and outdoor equipment are taxable. However, there might be exceptions depending on your state's laws. For example, some states have exemptions for certain items.
Is my purchase for Firearm Safety Equipment exempt from Sales Tax?
The sale, storage, use and other consumption of firearm safety equipment is tax free in Texas. This includes, but is not limited to, a gun lock box, gun safe, barrel lock, trigger lock, firearm safety training manual or electronic publication, or other item designed to ensure safe handling or storage of a firearm. This is a new tax rule effective 9/1/2022 and there isn't any end date at this time.

