Apple 2025 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday: How to Save Big on Macs, iPads & More

If you’re planning to pick up a new Mac, iPad, or accessories for school, Apple’s got good news! The company is joining the 2025 back-to-school sales tax holidays in nine U.S. states, giving students, parents, and educators the chance to save on Apple gear. The best part? These savings apply whether you shop online or at an Apple Store.

Here’s everything you need to know, including the dates, rules, and eligible products for each state.

Alabama (July 18–20)

Alabama’s tax holiday applies to qualifying purchases up to $750 total. You can grab Mac computers, iPads, and even non-recreational software. Accessories like Apple Pencil, keyboards, mice, speakers, monitors, printers, and storage drives qualify only when purchased with a computer and within the price cap. Local taxes may still apply, so keep that in mind.

New Mexico (July 25–27)

In New Mexico, computers priced at $1,000 or less and computer hardware up to $500 qualify for tax exemption. This means Macs, iPads under $1,000, and accessories like Apple Pencil, displays, speakers, and even Apple TV can make the list if under their respective limits.

Tennessee (July 25–27)

Tennessee offers a generous cap—$1,500 total for computers and qualifying accessories. Accessories like displays, keyboards, and speakers must be bundled with a computer to qualify. Macs, iPads, and bundled accessories are all eligible.

Ohio (August 1–14)

Ohio is playing the long game with a two-week holiday! Any single item priced $500 or less qualifies. That means you can stack multiple qualifying purchases—like accessories or even some iPads—tax-free as long as each stays under $500.

South Carolina (August 1–3)

South Carolina’s rules are flexible: there’s no price limit on computers, printers, printer supplies, or non-recreational software. Accessories like displays, keyboards, and mice qualify when bought with a computer. Bonus? AirPods, headphones, and flash drives make the list if purchased for school use. Eligible products include all Mac models, iPads, and even Apple Vision Pro.

Virginia (August 1–3)

Virginia’s holiday is narrow but still helpful: cell phone chargers and batteries priced at $60 or less qualify.

West Virginia (August 1–4)

West Virginia’s cap is $500 for laptops and tablets, which means select iPads fall within the limit.

Arkansas (August 2–3)

Arkansas is one of the most generous states with no price cap for qualifying items. That includes all Macs, iPads, iPhones, Apple Vision Pro, printers, and accessories like keyboards, mice, displays, and Apple Pencil.

Massachusetts (August 9–10)

In Massachusetts, any item priced $2,500 or less is tax-free. Multiple items can be purchased in a single transaction, even if your total exceeds $2,500—so long as each item stays under the limit.

Quick Tip: Check Deals Beyond Apple

While tax holidays help you save, remember that authorized Apple resellers sometimes offer deeper discounts—especially during back-to-school season. Combine those with tax-free days for maximum savings!