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Missouri Sales Tax Rate

Missouri · Sales tax rate

8.45%

Combined state + average local sales tax rate

Effective 2026 · Source: Tax Foundation · Verified 2026-09-01

Missouri is 1.80% above the national average combined rate of 6.64%.

Rate breakdown — Missouri

ComponentSet byRate
State rateMissouri legislature4.23%
Average local rateCities, counties, special districts4.22%
Combined rate—8.45%

Rates apply to general merchandise. Groceries, prescription drugs and some services may be exempt or taxed differently.

Nearby-ranked states

#10 New York8.54%+0.10pp#11 Arizona8.52%+0.08pp#12 Missouri8.45%= same#13 Nevada8.24%-0.20pp#14 Texas8.20%-0.24pp

How sales tax works in Missouri

Sales tax is charged on most retail purchases. The rate you actually pay is the 4.23% state rate plus whatever your city and county add — the combined figure of 8.45% above is a state-wide average, so two addresses in Missouri can pay different amounts. Groceries, prescription drugs and some other categories are often taxed at a lower rate or exempt.

For online orders shipped to Missouri, the seller generally collects the buyer's local rate (destination sourcing) if they exceed the state's economic-nexus threshold. See how US sales tax works and sales tax vs use tax.

Source: Tax Foundation, "State and Local Sales Tax Rates, 2026". Verify your exact jurisdiction with the Missouri Department of Revenue. See also the Missouri minimum wage.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the sales tax rate in Missouri?
The statewide rate is 4.23%. With the average local add-on of 4.22%, the typical combined rate is about 8.45%. Your exact city or county rate can be higher or lower.
Is Missouri's sales tax high or low?
It ranks 12 of 51 states and DC by combined rate, above the roughly 6.64% national average by 1.80%.
How much sales tax on a $100 purchase in Missouri?
About $8.45 at the typical combined rate of 8.45%, so roughly $108.44 total. Groceries and prescriptions are often taxed less or exempt.
Does this include local (city and county) taxes?
Yes — the combined figure is the Missouri state rate plus a population-weighted average of local rates. Because local rates vary within a state, your specific address may differ; confirm with the Missouri Department of Revenue.
Does Missouri tax groceries or clothing?
Most states exempt or reduce tax on groceries and prescription drugs; a few tax clothing at a reduced rate or not at all. Rules vary by state and change, so check the state Department of Revenue for the current category list.

Last reviewed: September 2026. Figures and formulas are checked against their published sources; see the site's data notes.