Rates verified January 2026 · Source: Missouri Dept. of Revenue

Missouri Sales Tax Calculator 2026

St. Louis City 10.35% · Kansas City 8.975% · Springfield 8.1% · MO base 4.225%

Missouri has a low 4.225% state rate but some cities add aggressively. St. Louis City reaches 10.35% — one of the highest in the US. Kansas City is 8.975%, Springfield 8.1%. Missouri has a complex multi-layer local tax structure. Groceries are taxed at a reduced 1.225% state rate.

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Quick answer

Use 10.35% as the starting Missouri sales tax rate.

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

4.225%

Average combined

8.29%

St. Louis rate

10.35% combined

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Sales tax rate — type any % (editable)

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Quick amounts

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Educational tool only — not tax advice. Confirm rates before filing or pricing for customers.

Missouri combined rates by city — 2026 reference

St. Louis
St. Louis City County · State 4.225% + City/Special Districts 6.125%
10.35%
Kansas City
Jackson County · State 4.225% + County/City 4.75%
8.975%
Springfield
Greene County · State 4.225% + County/City 3.875%
8.1%
Columbia
Boone County · State 4.225% + County/City 4.5%
8.725%
Independence
Jackson County · State 4.225% + County/City 4.75%
8.975%
Lee's Summit
Jackson County · State 4.225% + County/City 4.75%
8.975%
O'Fallon
St. Charles County · State 4.225% + County/City 3.725%
7.95%
St. Joseph
Buchanan County · State 4.225% + County/City 4.75%
8.975%
St. Charles
St. Charles County · State 4.225% + County/City 4.225%
8.45%
Joplin
Jasper County · State 4.225% + County/City 4.375%
8.6%

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

Formula

How to calculate Missouri sales tax

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 St. Louis	$100.00 x 10.35%	$10.35	$110.35
$250 purchase in Kansas City	$250.00 x 8.975%	$22.44	$272.44
Reverse tax from $110.35 in St. Louis	$110.35 ÷ 1.10350 ≈ $100.00 pre-tax; about $10.35 was sales tax.	$100.00 before tax	$100.00 before tax

Missouri sales tax examples

Common receipt calculations using high-search city rates.

$100 purchase in St. Louis

$110.35 total

$100.00 × 10.35% = $10.35 sales tax in St. Louis, Missouri.

$250 purchase in Kansas City

$272.44 total

$250.00 × 8.975% = $22.44 sales tax in Kansas City, Missouri.

Reverse tax from $110.35 in St. Louis

$100.00 before tax

$110.35 ÷ 1.10350 ≈ $100.00 pre-tax; about $10.35 was sales tax.

State rate: 4.225%

Avg combined: 8.29%

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

Filing: Monthly, Quarterly, or Annual

How Missouri Sales Tax Works

Missouri's 4.225% state rate is one of the lowest base rates in the US, but cities and special districts stack additional taxes. St. Louis City reaches 10.35% with multiple overlapping city, district, and CID taxes. Kansas City metro runs 8.975%. Missouri also applies a reduced 1.225% state rate on groceries.

St. Louis Sales Tax — Why So High?

St. Louis City (legally separate from St. Louis County) has accumulated one of the highest combined rates of any major US city at ~10.35%. The excess over the 4.225% state rate comes from city tax, special taxing districts, Community Improvement Districts, and transportation authorities — each adding small amounts that total over 6%.

Often taxable in Missouri

General merchandise
Electronics
Clothing
Restaurant meals

Common exemptions

Groceries taxed at reduced 1.225% state rate
Prescription drugs
Medical equipment

Common mistakes to avoid

Using only the state rate

Missouri's 4.225% state rate is only the starting point. St. Louis is 10.35% 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 Missouri rules for food, apparel, medicine, and digital goods before invoicing.

Quoting the average rate for every address

The 8.29% average is useful for estimates; use address-level rates for compliance and customer quotes.

Official Missouri sales tax source

Rates and rules on this page were last reviewed in January 2026 against Missouri Dept. of Revenue. Use the linked authority for filing, registrations, or address-specific compliance.

Rates on this page were compared to Missouri official Department of Revenue publications as of January 2026.
St. Louis is listed at 10.35% combined (State 4.225% + City/Special Districts 6.125%). 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.

Missouri sales tax — frequently asked questions

What is the Missouri sales tax rate in 2026?

Missouri's state rate is 4.225%. With local additions, rates vary widely — St. Louis City 10.35%, Kansas City 8.975%, Springfield 8.1%, rural Missouri 5.5%–6.5%.

What is the St. Louis sales tax rate?

St. Louis City has a combined rate of approximately 10.35%, reflecting Missouri's 4.225% state rate plus 6.125% in city, district, and special taxation authority additions.

Does Missouri tax groceries?

Missouri taxes groceries at a reduced 1.225% state rate, not the full 4.225%. Local taxes may still apply on grocery purchases.

Is clothing taxable in Missouri?

Clothing and footwear are generally taxable in Missouri at the combined state and local rate unless a specific exemption applies.

Does Missouri charge sales tax on online purchases?

Remote sellers and marketplaces that exceed Missouri's economic nexus threshold ($100,000 in sales OR 200 transactions in Missouri) generally must collect Missouri sales tax based on the delivery address.

How do I reverse Missouri sales tax from a receipt total?

Divide the tax-inclusive total by 1 plus the combined rate as a decimal. At 8.29% combined: $108 ÷ 1.08 ≈ $100 before tax.

Is shipping taxable in Missouri?

Rules differ by state. See our shipping tax calculator and Missouri Department of Revenue guidance to learn whether delivery, freight, and handling are taxable on your order.

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Use the correct Missouri sales tax rate

Use this page for quick Missouri 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.

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