Missouri Energy Star Sales Tax Holiday 2026

Missouri Show-Me Green Sales Tax Holiday 2026 is projected for Sunday, April 19th through Saturday, April 25th, 2026.

Missouri’s Show-Me Green Sales Tax Holiday 2026 is projected for April 19–25, 2026 — a full week of savings on Energy Star certified appliances. The state sales tax (4.225%) is waived on qualifying appliances priced at $1,500 or less per unit. This is separate from Missouri’s Back-to-School Tax Free Weekend (August 7–9).

Qualifying Appliances – $1,500 or less

Only new, Energy Star certified appliances qualify. Used or refurbished items do not.

Qualifying appliances typically include:
Air conditioners · Clothes washers · Clothes dryers · Dishwashers · Freezers · Furnaces · Heat pumps · Refrigerators · Water heaters

Rules

  • One of each appliance type per customer during the week.
  • Must be purchased for personal, non-commercial use.
  • Only Missouri state tax is exempt — local taxes may still apply.
  • Online purchases qualify if placed and paid during April 19–25.
  • The appliance must be Energy Star certified at time of sale.

For official details: Missouri Department of Revenue.

What Is the Energy Star Certification?

Energy Star is a program run jointly by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy. Products that earn the Energy Star label meet strict energy efficiency guidelines. For consumers, this means lower utility bills over the life of the appliance. Missouri’s Show-Me Green holiday is designed to make Energy Star appliances more accessible by removing state sales tax from the purchase price during the holiday week.

How Much Can You Save?

Missouri’s state sales tax rate is 4.225%. On a $1,000 Energy Star refrigerator, you save approximately $42. On a $1,500 washing machine, the savings reach over $63. While local taxes are not waived, the state tax reduction still provides meaningful savings — especially on large appliances like refrigerators, heat pumps, or dishwashers.

Tips for Shopping Missouri’s Show-Me Green Holiday

  • Confirm the Energy Star label before buying. Not all efficient appliances carry the official Energy Star certification. Check the energy guide sticker or the manufacturer’s product page to confirm.
  • Check the $1,500 per-unit price cap. If an appliance exceeds $1,500, the entire purchase price becomes taxable — there is no partial exemption above the cap.
  • One per type per customer. Missouri limits the exemption to one of each qualifying appliance type per customer. Buying two washing machines in a single transaction means only one qualifies.
  • Online purchases count. Missouri-registered retailers must apply the exemption to online orders placed and paid during the April 19–25 window.
  • Plan ahead for delivery delays. Large appliances often require scheduled delivery. Place your order during the holiday window — the transaction date is what determines eligibility, not the delivery date.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do TVs or computers qualify? No. Only Energy Star certified appliances in the categories listed above qualify. Electronics like televisions and computers are not included in this holiday.

Does a used Energy Star appliance qualify? No. The exemption applies only to new appliances. Refurbished or used items do not qualify even if they carry the Energy Star label.

Also see: Missouri Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday 2026 – August 7–9