Missouri sales tax rates by location
| Location | State rate | Local rate | Combined rate |
|---|
| Missouri (state only) | 4.225% | 0% | 4.225% |
| St. Louis City | 4.225% | 5.454% | 9.679% |
| Kansas City | 4.225% | 4.375% | 8.600% |
| Springfield | 4.225% | 4.100% | 8.325% |
| Columbia | 4.225% | 3.500% | 7.725% |
| St. Louis County | 4.225% | 3.513% | 7.738% |
| Jackson County | 4.225% | 3.500% | 7.725% |
| Greene County | 4.225% | 1.750% | 5.975% |
Local rates are approximate and subject to change. Verify with the Missouri Department of Revenue or your county before using for business purposes.
What is taxable in Missouri?
Missouri taxes most tangible personal property: clothing, electronics, vehicles, furniture.
Groceries: Missouri taxes most food at the full combined rate; this differs from states that exempt groceries.
Prescription drugs: exempt from Missouri sales tax.
Motor vehicles: taxed separately when you register the title with the DMV, not at the point of sale.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Missouri?
The Missouri state sales tax rate is 4.225%. Most buyers pay a combined rate that includes county and city taxes. The highest combined rates are in St. Louis City (around 9.679%) and Kansas City (around 8.6%). The Missouri Department of Revenue publishes the current combined rate for each county.
Does Missouri tax groceries?
Yes. Unlike many states, Missouri taxes most grocery purchases at the full state and local combined rate. Prescription drugs are exempt, but regular food items sold in grocery stores are generally taxable.
How do I find the exact sales tax rate for my Missouri address?
Use the Missouri Department of Revenue's address lookup tool at dor.mo.gov to get the exact combined state and local rate for any address. The rate can vary by a full percentage point or more depending on city and county.
Are there any items exempt from Missouri sales tax?
Yes. Prescription drugs, some medical devices, and certain agricultural products are exempt. Most other tangible goods are taxable at the full combined rate.
Is the Missouri sales tax rate 4.225% or higher?
The state base rate is 4.225%, but the rate most people actually pay is higher once county and city taxes are added. A buyer in St. Louis City pays 9.679% combined. Always use the combined rate for your specific location.
Also try the main sales tax calculator for any state or rate, or the reverse sales tax calculator to work backward from a receipt total.