Missouri Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate Missouri state and local sales tax rates. Missouri has a 4.225% state sales tax with additional county and city taxes that can bring the total rate up to 10.85% or higher.
Tax Summary
Pre-Tax Amount:
$0.00
State Tax (4.225%):
$0.00
Local Tax:
$0.00
Total Tax:
$0.00
Total Amount:
$0.00
Tax Breakdown
State Rate:
4.225%
County Rate:
0%
City Rate:
0%
Combined Rate:
4.225%
Missouri Tax Information
State:
Missouri
State Rate:
4.225%
Max Combined:
10.85%+
Understanding Missouri Sales Tax
Missouri has a statewide sales tax rate of 4.225%, but the actual tax rate you pay depends on your location. Counties and cities can add additional taxes, making the combined rate vary significantly across the state.
Missouri Sales Tax Rates
| Location | State Rate | Local Rate | Combined Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Statewide | 4.225% | 0% | 4.225% |
| Kansas City Area | 4.225% | 2.25-3.0% | 6.475-7.225% |
| St. Louis Area | 4.225% | 3.9-4.9% | 8.125-9.125% |
| Springfield | 4.225% | 2.0% | 6.225% |
Taxable vs. Exempt Items
Taxable Items
- Clothing and footwear
- Electronics and appliances
- Furniture and home goods
- Automobiles and vehicles
- Restaurant meals
- Personal services
Exempt or Reduced Rate Items
- Groceries (1.225% rate)
- Prescription drugs
- Clothing under $100
- Textbooks for students
- Agricultural equipment
- Manufacturing machinery
Local Tax Variations
| County | County Rate | Major Cities | Combined Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson | 1.875% | Kansas City (2.0%) | 8.1% |
| St. Louis City | 4.9% | St. Louis | 9.125% |
| St. Louis County | 2.29% | Various cities | 6.515% |
| Greene | 2.0% | Springfield | 6.225% |
Special Tax Districts
Transportation Development Districts
- Additional 0.5% in some areas
- Funds transportation projects
- Located in major cities
Memorial Districts
- Additional taxes for memorials
- Vary by location
- Usually small amounts
Sales Tax Holidays
| Holiday | Dates | Items |
|---|---|---|
| Back-to-School | First weekend in August | Clothing, school supplies |
| Energy Star | October 1-31 | Energy-efficient appliances |
| Christmas Trees | December 1-31 | Live Christmas trees |
Business Sales Tax
Registration Requirements
- Register with Missouri DOR
- Obtain sales tax license
- Collect tax on taxable sales
- File monthly or quarterly returns
Filing Frequencies
- Monthly: Over $100,000 in sales
- Quarterly: $10,000-$100,000
- Annually: Under $10,000
- Due by 25th of following period
Key Takeaways
- Missouri state sales tax is 4.225%
- Local taxes can add 2-6% or more
- Combined rates range from 4.225% to 10.85%+
- Groceries are taxed at reduced 1.225% rate
- Clothing under $100 is exempt
- Prescription drugs are exempt
- Several sales tax holidays throughout the year
- Businesses must register and collect sales tax
- Tax rates vary by county and city
- Special districts can add additional taxes