If you’ve ever looked at the tag on a pair of socks and wondered where they came from, or how they were made, you’re not alone. As supply chains get more complicated and environmental concerns more real, people have been choosing American made socks for their quality, transparency, and lower environmental impact.
There are plenty of reasons to seek socks made in the U.S.:
- Supporting domestic jobs and communities
- Reduced transportation emissions
- Higher labor and environmental standards
- Better durability and materials (think: soft cotton, cozy wool—not cheap synthetics)
Here we’ve compiled a list of noteworthy sock brands that are made in the USA. Many of them use natural fibers like cotton and wool, and some have a 100% domestic supply chain, meaning every part of the sock is sourced and made in the U.S., from the raw material to the finished product.
Socks with 100% U.S. Supply Chains
Harvest & Mill (California)
100% U.S. supply chain • Organic cotton
Harvest & Mill offers socks made from USA-grown organic cotton, ensuring a fully domestic supply chain from seed to stitch. Their commitment to sustainability is evident in their use of heirloom cotton varieties that naturally grow in colors like brown and tan-green, eliminating the need for dyes. From the organic farms, to the American heritage mills, to the family-owned sewing factories, every single step of their supply chain is in the USA, supporting local economies and reducing environmental impact.
harvestandmill.com
Read about Harvest & Mill supply chain and sustainability.
Farm to Feet (North Carolina)
100% U.S. supply chain • Merino wool
Farm to Feet is one of the few sock brands with a fully American supply chain—materials, manufacturing and labor, and even packaging are all sourced and made in the U.S. Their socks are made from U.S.-sourced merino wool, which is naturally odor-resistant, insulating, and breathable, as well as U.S.-produced nylon and spandex. They design socks in several categories for different uses, from everyday wear to hiking and tactical. Depending on the sock type, material blends range from 50% wool to 60% wool.
farmtofeet.com
Read about their supply chain here.
Zkano (Alabama)
100% U.S. supply chain • Organic cotton
Zkano makes its socks in a family-owned mill in Fort Payne, Alabama, using organic cotton grown in Texas, which is then spun and dyed in North Carolina. Their entire production process—from field to finished sock—is American made, and their focus on natural fibers and small-batch production makes them a favorite for eco-conscious shoppers. Largely for everyday wear (but also offering sports socks), Zkano socks have fun patterns and blends range from 65% to 85% organic cotton with the rest nylon and spandex.
zkano.com
Learn about the Zkano supply chain and production here.
Socks Manufactured in the U.S. with International Raw Materials
Maggie’s Organics (Michigan & North Carolina)
Organic cotton & wool • U.S. production & fair trade labor
Maggie’s Organics uses certified organic cotton and produces their socks in worker-owned cooperatives and family-run mills in the U.S. While not all raw materials are sourced domestically, their emphasis on fair labor, natural fibers, and minimal waste makes them a strong ethical choice. Cotton is sourced from abroad (Tanzania), and their socks are knit, dyed, and finished in North Carolina. Their wool has a longer supply chain journey, but is ultimately knit in North Carolina.
maggiesorganics.com
Read “Behind the Label” for sourcing and supply chain info.
American Trench (Pennsylvania & North Carolina)
American-grown cotton blends • U.S.-made
American Trench is based on Pennsylvania and partners with family-run mills in North Carolina and Pennsylvania to produce stylish, high-quality socks using natural fibers like cotton, wool, and alpaca (in addition to all of their other fashion products). All of their products are manufactured in America, though raw materials are mostly sourced internationally. However, many of their products ARE made in America with American materials, you just have to read the product descriptions. Their mainstay Retro Stripe socks (pictured above), for example, are knit in North Carolina from natural, unbleached American-grown cotton. Their designs run the spectrum from casual to sharp. Blends on materials range, but their vintage-styled cotton socks are 68% cotton plus nylon, acrylic, and spandex.
americantrench.com
Read about their manufacturing and material sourcing here.
Darn Tough (Vermont)
Merino wool • Made in Vermont
Darn Tough knits every single pair of socks in Northfield, Vermont and backs them with a lifetime guarantee. While their merino wool is sourced internationally (using responsible standards), their commitment to durability, local jobs, and environmental practices (like diverting waste from landfills) still puts them high on the list for consideration.
darntough.com
Read their FAQ on Sourcing and Sustainability
Wigwam (Wisconsin)
Wool & cotton blends • Over 100 years of U.S. production
Wigwam has been knitting socks in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, for over a century. Their socks feature natural fibers like wool and cotton, and they’ve long been a trusted brand for hikers, athletes, and workers alike. They source their wool “almost exclusively” from U.S. growers and spinners (though they don’t make clear what percentage this is).
wigwam.com
Read their story here.
Final Thoughts
Buying American-made socks is about transparency, sustainability, and quality. It’s a way to support domestic production and jobs and local economies, while reducing dependencies and shortening energy-intensive supply chains. When you buy socks made from natural fibers like cotton and wool, you’re also reducing your reliance on plastic-based synthetics that shed microfibers into waterways.
These are some of the brands doing it right—some with fully U.S.-based supply chains, others with a strong commitment to ethical and eco-conscious production. Whether you’re hiking a trail, lounging by a woodstove, or just trying to make better buying choices, socks seem to be an easy enough product to produce domestically.
