New Hampshire is just one of five states that has no sales tax. Combine zero sales tax with the state's extensive outlet offerings, and you'll find some of the most inexpensive clothing in the country here.

In terms of total cost, the "cheapest" state to buy clothes is generally one that has no sales tax on apparel, such as New Hampshire, Delaware, Oregon, or Montana. However, Pennsylvania and New Jersey are particularly popular for clothes shopping because they are densely populated and specifically exempt "necessity" clothing from sales tax year-round (though New Jersey still taxes some "luxury" items like fur). Massachusetts also offers a tax exemption on any single item of clothing costing under $175. While the "sticker price" of a shirt might be similar across the U.S. due to national retail pricing, avoiding a 6% to 10% sales tax at the register makes these states the most cost-effective for large wardrobe updates. Additionally, states with a high concentration of outlet malls, such as Maine (Kittery) or Delaware (Rehoboth Beach), combined with zero sales tax, are often cited by "bargain hunters" as the ultimate destinations for the lowest possible prices on brand-name apparel.