Kansas Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Wichita 7.5% · Kansas City 10.6% · Topeka 8.75% · KS base 6.5%

Kansas has a 6.5% state sales tax. Notable: Kansas eliminated its state sales tax on groceries in January 2024. With city and county additions, combined rates vary — Wichita is 7.5%, Kansas City KS reaches 10.6%, Topeka 8.75%.

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Kansas combined rates by city — 2026 reference

Wichita
Sedgwick County · State 6.5% + County/City 1%
7.5%
Topeka
Shawnee County · State 6.5% + County/City 2.25%
8.75%
Kansas City (KS)
Wyandotte County · State 6.5% + County/City 4.1%
10.6%
Olathe
Johnson County · State 6.5% + County/City 2.975%
9.475%
Lawrence
Douglas County · State 6.5% + County/City 2.8%
9.3%
Overland Park
Johnson County · State 6.5% + County/City 2.975%
9.475%
Manhattan
Riley County · State 6.5% + County/City 2.45%
8.95%
Salina
Saline County · State 6.5% + County/City 2.25%
8.75%

ZIP and district rules can differ. Verify on Kansas Dept. of Revenue.

State rate: 6.5%

Avg combined: 8.68%

Economic nexus: $100,000 in sales OR 200 transactions in Kansas

Filing: Monthly, Quarterly, or Annual

Kansas Sales Tax — Grocery Tax Eliminated 2024

Kansas has a 6.5% state rate with significant city and county variation. Kansas made news in 2024 by eliminating its state-level grocery tax entirely. However, local city and county taxes may still apply on grocery purchases. Kansas City KS at 10.6% is one of the highest-taxed cities in the US.

Often taxable in Kansas

General merchandise
Electronics
Clothing
Restaurant meals

Common exemptions

Groceries (exempt from state tax as of January 2024)
Prescription drugs
Medical equipment

Kansas sales tax — frequently asked questions

What is the Kansas sales tax rate in 2026?

Kansas state rate is 6.5%. Wichita is 7.5%, Topeka 8.75%, Kansas City KS 10.6%. Combined rates vary significantly by city.

Does Kansas tax groceries in 2026?

Kansas eliminated its state-level grocery sales tax effective January 2024. Local city and county taxes may still apply on food purchases.

Disclaimer: Rates are for informational and educational purposes and may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the official Kansas revenue authority or a qualified professional before filing or making business decisions.