Missouri income tax rates for 2026
Rates from 2% to 4.7%, with no tax on the first $1,348 of taxable income and the top rate starting at $9,436. The calculation starts from federal adjusted gross income with Missouri modifications. Each rate applies only to the slice of taxable income inside its bracket, so earning enough to reach a higher bracket never lowers your income after tax.
| Rate | Taxable income |
|---|---|
| 0% | $0 – $1,348 |
| 2% | $1,349 – $2,696 |
| 2.5% | $2,697 – $4,044 |
| 3% | $4,045 – $5,392 |
| 3.5% | $5,393 – $6,740 |
| 4% | $6,741 – $8,088 |
| 4.5% | $8,089 – $9,436 |
| 4.7% | Over $9,436 |
Deductions, exemptions and credits
Before the rates apply, Missouri allows the federal standard deduction of $16,100 (single) or $32,200 (married filing jointly) and a deduction for part of the federal income tax you pay (up to 35%, capped at $5,000 for single filers and phasing out above $125,000 of income). The calculator uses these for the filing status you choose; dependent exemptions and credits, which lower the tax further for families, are not included.
Worked example: $75,000 in Missouri
Single filer with $75,000 of income before state deductions.
Taxable income = $75,000 − $16,100 (federal standard deduction) − $1,151 (federal income tax deduction) = $57,749.50
Brackets: 0% × $1,348.00 + 2% × $1,348.00 + 2.5% × $1,348.00 + 3% × $1,348.00 + 3.5% × $1,348.00 + 4% × $1,348.00 + 4.5% × $1,348.00 + 4.7% × $48,313.50 = $2,533.59
Missouri income tax = $2,533.59 — an effective rate of 3.38% and a marginal rate of 4.7%.
Missouri income tax at common incomes
| Income | Single | Effective | Married jointly | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $456 | 1.52% | $0 | 0% |
| $50,000 | $1,368 | 2.74% | $635 | 1.27% |
| $75,000 | $2,534 | 3.38% | $1,798 | 2.4% |
| $100,000 | $3,670 | 3.67% | $2,952 | 2.95% |
| $150,000 | $6,113 | 4.08% | $5,356 | 3.57% |
| $250,000 | $10,813 | 4.33% | $10,056 | 4.02% |
Income before state deductions; standard deduction and personal exemptions for the filer (and spouse) only; no dependents, itemized deductions or local taxes.
Missouri compared with nearby states
At $75,000 (single), Missouri ranks 27 of 51 for state income tax, where 1 is the highest. Tennessee does not tax wages.
| State | Tax on $75,000 | Effective rate | Top rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $2,534 | 3.38% | 4.7% |
| Iowa | $2,198 | 2.93% | 3.8% |
| Illinois | $3,568 | 4.76% | 4.95% |
| Kentucky | $2,507 | 3.34% | 3.5% |
| Tennessee | $0 | 0% | none |
| Arkansas | $2,287 | 3.05% | 3.7% |
| Oklahoma | $2,830 | 3.77% | 4.5% |
| Kansas | $3,385 | 4.51% | 5.58% |
| Nebraska | $2,533 | 3.38% | 4.55% |
More about taxes in Missouri
- Missouri lets you deduct part of your federal income tax — up to 35% of it at lower incomes, phasing out above $125,000 — and no longer taxes capital gains.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Missouri income tax rate for 2026?
Rates from 2% to 4.7%, with no tax on the first $1,348 of taxable income and the top rate starting at $9,436. A single filer with $75,000 of income is in the 4.7% bracket but pays an effective 3.38%, because lower slices of income are taxed at lower rates.
How much Missouri income tax do I pay on $75,000?
About $2,534 for a single filer — 3.38% of income — after $16,100 of federal standard deduction and $1,151 of federal income tax deduction. A married couple with $150,000 owes about $5,356.
What deductions does Missouri allow?
Missouri allows the federal standard deduction of $16,100 (single) or $32,200 (married filing jointly) and a deduction for part of the federal income tax you pay (up to 35%, capped at $5,000 for single filers and phasing out above $125,000 of income). Dependent exemptions or credits, where the state offers them, lower the tax further.
Is Missouri's income tax higher than its neighbors'?
At $75,000 (single), Missouri ranks 27 of 51 for state income tax, where 1 is the highest. Among nearby states, Tennessee is lowest at $0 and Illinois is highest at $3,568.
Estimates only — not tax advice. Missouri figures: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026 (as of Jan. 1, 2026). Checked October 2026. Your return may include income, deductions and credits this estimate leaves out.