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%.
The calculator below lets you add tax to a price or remove tax from a receipt total. Pick a city when available, or type the exact local rate from the official source.
State base rate
6.5%
Average combined
8.68%
Wichita rate
7.5% combined
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Quick amounts
Enter an amount to see the result.
Educational tool only — not tax advice. Confirm rates before filing or pricing for customers.
Multiply the taxable price by the combined state and local rate. Then add the tax amount to the original price to get the final checkout total.
Sales tax formula
Sales tax = item price x (rate / 100)
Final total = item price + sales tax
Enter the item price before tax.
Use the city rate above or type the exact local rate from the official source.
Calculate the sales tax amount and final total instantly.
Example
Formula
Tax
Total
$100 purchase in Wichita
$100.00 x 7.5%
$7.50
$107.50
$250 purchase in Topeka
$250.00 x 8.75%
$21.88
$271.88
Reverse tax from $107.5 in Wichita
$107.5 ÷ 1.07500 ≈ $100.00 pre-tax; about $7.50 was sales tax.
$100.00 before tax
$100.00 before tax
Kansas sales tax examples
Common receipt calculations using high-search city rates.
$100 purchase in Wichita
$107.5 total
$100.00 × 7.5% = $7.50 sales tax in Wichita, Kansas.
$250 purchase in Topeka
$271.88 total
$250.00 × 8.75% = $21.88 sales tax in Topeka, Kansas.
Reverse tax from $107.5 in Wichita
$100.00 before tax
$107.5 ÷ 1.07500 ≈ $100.00 pre-tax; about $7.50 was sales tax.
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.
Kansas combined rates by city
Combined rates vary across Kansas. Reference cities on this page include: Wichita (7.5%), Topeka (8.75%), Kansas City (KS) (10.6%), Olathe (9.475%), Lawrence (9.3%), Overland Park (9.475%). ZIP codes and special districts can differ — use the official lookup linked above for address-level filing.
Common exemptions in Kansas
Common exemptions include: Groceries (exempt from state tax as of January 2024); Prescription drugs; Medical equipment. Restaurant meals, prepared food, and many services are often taxable even when groceries are exempt.
Online sellers and economic nexus
Out-of-state sellers that exceed $100,000 in sales OR 200 transactions in Kansas in Kansas generally must register and collect tax on taxable sales delivered into the state. Marketplace facilitators often remit tax on behalf of third-party sellers.
How to use this calculator
Pick a city from the list or type the combined percentage from your KS tax lookup. Enter a pre-tax amount to add sales tax, or use reverse mode to split tax from a receipt total. Businesses should validate address-level rates in certified tax software before filing returns.
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
Common mistakes to avoid
Using only the state rate
Kansas's 6.5% state rate is only the starting point. Wichita is 7.5% combined.
Subtracting tax from a gross total
To reverse sales tax, divide by 1 + (rate ÷ 100). Do not subtract the percentage from the tax-inclusive price.
Treating groceries and clothing the same
Exemptions differ by item. Review Kansas rules for food, apparel, medicine, and digital goods before invoicing.
Quoting the average rate for every address
The 8.68% average is useful for estimates; use address-level rates for compliance and customer quotes.
Official Kansas sales tax source
Rates and rules on this page were last reviewed in January 2026 against Kansas Dept. of Revenue. Use the linked authority for filing, registrations, or address-specific compliance.
•Rates on this page were compared to Kansas official Department of Revenue publications as of January 2026.
•Wichita is listed at 7.5% combined (State 6.5% + County/City 1%). Confirm ZIP-level rates before filing.
•Destination-based rules usually apply to shipped orders — use the delivery address rate, not the seller's warehouse rate, unless official guidance says otherwise.
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.
What is the sales tax rate in Wichita, KS?
Wichita uses about 7.5% combined sales tax (State 6.5% + County/City 1%). Always verify the current rate for your exact address.
Is clothing taxable in Kansas?
Clothing and footwear are generally taxable in Kansas at the combined state and local rate unless a specific exemption applies.
Does Kansas charge sales tax on online purchases?
Remote sellers and marketplaces that exceed Kansas's economic nexus threshold ($100,000 in sales OR 200 transactions in Kansas) generally must collect Kansas sales tax based on the delivery address.
How do I reverse Kansas sales tax from a receipt total?
Divide the tax-inclusive total by 1 plus the combined rate as a decimal. At 8.68% combined: $108 ÷ 1.08 ≈ $100 before tax.
Is shipping taxable in Kansas?
Rules differ by state. See our shipping tax calculator and Kansas Department of Revenue guidance to learn whether delivery, freight, and handling are taxable on your order.
Use this page for quick Kansas sales tax estimates, receipt checks, and reverse tax calculations. For the most accurate result, choose the closest city rate or verify the exact address-level rate with the official source, then enter that percentage in the calculator.
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.