The Missouri Sales Tax Calculator helps you quickly determine the sales tax on a purchase in any city or county in Missouri. You can calculate sales tax by adding it to a pre-tax amount or removing it from a total amount.
Missouri Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax for all counties, cities, and towns in Missouri with accurate rates
Total Amount
Tax Amount
Pre-Tax Amount
Total Tax Rate
Removing Tax: Pre-Tax = Amount ÷ (1 + Tax Rate)
The Missouri Sales Tax Calculator helps you quickly determine the sales tax on a purchase in any city or county in Missouri. You can calculate sales tax by adding it to a pre-tax amount or removing it from a total amount.
When adding sales tax:
- Tax Amount = Pre-Tax Amount × Tax Rate
- Total Amount = Pre-Tax Amount + Tax Amount
When removing sales tax:
- Pre-Tax Amount = Total Amount ÷ (1 + Tax Rate)
- Tax Amount = Total Amount – Pre-Tax Amount
Missouri has a state sales tax rate of 4.225%, with additional local taxes that vary by city and county. This calculator combines both state and local tax rates for accurate calculations.
Adding Sales Tax Example
Let’s say you want to calculate sales tax on a $100 product in Kansas City with a total tax rate of 5.225% (4.225% state + 1% local):
Pre-Tax Amount = $100
Tax Rate = 5.225% or 0.05225
Calculate the tax amount:
Tax Amount = $100 × 0.05225 = $5.23
Calculate the total amount:
Total Amount = $100 + $5.23 = $105.23
Removing Sales Tax Example
Now, let’s say you have a total amount of $105.23 and want to calculate the pre-tax amount and tax in Kansas City:
Total Amount = $105.23
Tax Rate = 5.225% or 0.05225
Calculate the pre-tax amount:
Pre-Tax Amount = $105.23 ÷ (1 + 0.05225) = $105.23 ÷ 1.05225 = $100.00
Calculate the tax amount:
Tax Amount = $105.23 – $100.00 = $5.23
Different Local Tax Example
In a rural area with no local tax, the total tax rate is 4.225% (state only). Let’s calculate tax on a $100 product:
Pre-Tax Amount = $100
Tax Rate = 4.225% or 0.04225
Calculate the tax amount:
Tax Amount = $100 × 0.04225 = $4.23
Calculate the total amount:
Total Amount = $100 + $4.23 = $104.23
Missouri Sales Tax Rates
Missouri has a state sales tax rate of 4.225%, with local jurisdictions adding additional taxes. The total tax rate varies across the state, from 4.225% in areas with no local tax to 5.225% in some cities.
State Rate
Average Local Rate
Maximum Local Rate
Combined Range
Major Missouri Cities and Their Tax Rates
| City | State Tax | Local Tax | Total Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| St. Louis | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Springfield | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Columbia | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Independence | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Lee’s Summit | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| O’Fallon | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| St. Joseph | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| St. Charles | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| St. Peters | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Blue Springs | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Florissant | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Chesterfield | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Joplin | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Jefferson City | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Cape Girardeau | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Wildwood | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Ballwin | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Gladstone | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Raytown | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Liberty | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Grandview | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Belton | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Raymore | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
| Hannibal | 4.225% | 1% | 5.225% |
Missouri Sales Tax Exemptions
Missouri provides several exemptions from sales tax for certain types of goods and services. Some common exemptions include:
- Prescription Drugs: All prescription medications are exempt from sales tax
- Food: Most food for home consumption is exempt, except for prepared food, soft drinks, and candy
- Medical Equipment: Wheelchairs, prosthetics, and other medical devices are exempt
- Farm Equipment: Machinery and equipment used in agricultural production
- Manufacturing Equipment: Equipment used directly in manufacturing
- Industrial Machinery: Machinery used for industrial production
- Religious and Charitable Organizations: Purchases by qualifying organizations
- Government Agencies: Purchases by federal, state, and local governments
- Educational Institutions: Purchases by schools and universities
- Hospitals: Purchases by hospitals for medical purposes
- Nonprofit Organizations: Purchases by qualifying nonprofit organizations
Missouri Sales Tax Holidays
Missouri has a sales tax holiday that occurs annually in August. During this period, certain items are exempt from state sales tax (though local taxes may still apply):
- School Supplies: Clothing items costing less than $100 are exempt from sales tax during the holiday
- Personal Computers: Personal computers and computer accessories costing up to $1,500 are exempt
- Graphing Calculators: Graphing calculators costing up to $150 are exempt
- School Supplies: Other school supplies costing up to $50 per item are exempt
The sales tax holiday typically begins on the first Friday in August and continues through the following Sunday. Note that local taxes may still apply even during the holiday period.
Understanding Missouri Sales Tax
What is Missouri Sales Tax?
Missouri sales tax is a consumption tax imposed by the state and local governments on the sale of goods and certain services. The state rate is 4.225%, with local jurisdictions adding additional taxes that vary by city and county.
Local Tax Variations
Local tax rates in Missouri can range from 0% to 1%, depending on the city and county. Some areas have only city tax, some have only county tax, and some have both. The total tax rate is the sum of state and local taxes.
Tax Collection
Sales tax in Missouri is collected by sellers at the point of sale and remitted to the Missouri Department of Revenue. Sellers must register with the state and obtain a sales tax license before collecting tax.
Use Tax
Missouri use tax applies when sales tax has not been paid on taxable items purchased outside the state for use in Missouri. The use tax rate is the same as the sales tax rate that would have applied if the purchase was made within the state.
Business Registration
Businesses selling taxable goods or services in Missouri must register for a sales tax license with the Missouri Department of Revenue. Registration can be done online through the Missouri Department of Revenue website.
Filing Requirements
Sales tax returns in Missouri are typically filed monthly, quarterly, or annually, depending on the business’s tax liability. Filing is done through the Missouri Department of Revenue’s online system, and payments are due by the 20th day of the month following the reporting period.
Missouri Sales Tax for Businesses
Nexus Requirements
Businesses must collect Missouri sales tax if they have nexus in the state. Nexus can be established through physical presence, economic activity, or other connections. Missouri follows economic nexus rules, requiring out-of-state sellers to collect tax if they have more than $100,000 in sales into the state in the previous or current calendar year.
Marketplace Facilitators
Marketplace facilitators like Amazon and eBay are required to collect and remit sales tax on behalf of third-party sellers selling into Missouri. This applies to marketplace facilitators with more than $100,000 in sales into the state.
Exemption Certificates
Businesses purchasing items for resale can provide exemption certificates to sellers to avoid paying sales tax. Missouri has a specific form (Form 149) that must be completed and provided to the seller at the time of purchase.
Shipping and Handling
In Missouri, shipping and handling charges are generally taxable if they are part of the sale of tangible personal property. If the charges are separately stated and related to transportation services, they may be exempt.
Penalties and Interest
Missouri imposes penalties for late filing and late payment of sales tax. The penalty is 5% of the tax due, plus additional penalties for continued delinquency. Interest is charged at the rate determined by the Internal Revenue Service.
Tax Calculation Services
Given the complexity of Missouri’s sales tax system with different local tax rates, many businesses use automated tax calculation services to ensure accurate collection and remittance of sales tax.