Missouri Tax Brackets 2026: Income Tax Rates and Thresholds
Missouri has rates from 2% to 4.7% for tax year 2026. Brackets for single and married filers, deductions and examples.
Top rate
4.7%
Structure
7 brackets
Standard deduction
$16,100 single
Tax on $75,000 salary
$2,534
Missouri income tax brackets 2026: single filers
| Taxable income | Rate | Tax owed on the bracket below |
|---|---|---|
| $0 to $1,348 | 0% | – |
| $1,348 to $2,696 | 2% | $0 + 2% over $1,348 |
| $2,696 to $4,044 | 2.5% | $27 + 2.5% over $2,696 |
| $4,044 to $5,392 | 3% | $61 + 3% over $4,044 |
| $5,392 to $6,740 | 3.5% | $101 + 3.5% over $5,392 |
| $6,740 to $8,088 | 4% | $148 + 4% over $6,740 |
| $8,088 to $9,436 | 4.5% | $202 + 4.5% over $8,088 |
| Over $9,436 | 4.7% | $263 + 4.7% over $9,436 |
Missouri income tax brackets 2026: married filing jointly
Missouri uses the same brackets for married couples filing jointly as for single filers, so couples reach the higher rates sooner than they would federally. Couples still get a larger standard deduction or exemption where the state offers one.
Missouri standard deduction and exemptions (2026)
| Single | Married filing jointly | |
|---|---|---|
| Standard deduction | $16,100 | $32,200 |
| Personal exemption | None | None |
| Personal credit | None | None |
Missouri uses the federal standard deduction. Missouri also lets lower and middle earners deduct part of their federal income tax.
How much Missouri income tax you'll pay
| Salary | Single: taxable | Single: state tax | Married: state tax | Single: effective rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25,000 | $8,589 | $225 | $0 | 0.90% |
| $50,000 | $32,945 | $1,368 | $635 | 2.74% |
| $75,000 | $57,750 | $2,534 | $1,798 | 3.38% |
| $100,000 | $81,925 | $3,670 | $2,952 | 3.67% |
| $150,000 | $133,900 | $6,113 | $5,356 | 4.08% |
| $250,000 | $233,900 | $10,813 | $10,056 | 4.33% |
| $500,000 | $483,900 | $22,563 | $21,806 | 4.51% |
State income tax only, on wages, after the standard deduction, exemptions and credits. Local income taxes not included. Kansas City and St. Louis charge a 1% earnings tax.
Example: Missouri brackets on a $75,000 salary
A single filer earning $75,000 has $57,750 of Missouri taxable income after deductions. Each slice is taxed at its own rate:
| Bracket | Income in bracket | Rate | Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0 to $1,348 | $1,348 | 0% | $0 |
| $1,348 to $2,696 | $1,348 | 2% | $27 |
| $2,696 to $4,044 | $1,348 | 2.5% | $34 |
| $4,044 to $5,392 | $1,348 | 3% | $40 |
| $5,392 to $6,740 | $1,348 | 3.5% | $47 |
| $6,740 to $8,088 | $1,348 | 4% | $54 |
| $8,088 to $9,436 | $1,348 | 4.5% | $61 |
| Over $9,436 | $48,314 | 4.7% | $2,271 |
| Total before credits | $57,750 | 4.39% | $2,534 |
2026 federal tax brackets
Single filers
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 to $12,400 | 10% |
| $12,400 to $50,400 | 12% |
| $50,400 to $105,700 | 22% |
| $105,700 to $201,775 | 24% |
| $201,775 to $256,225 | 32% |
| $256,225 to $640,600 | 35% |
| Over $640,600 | 37% |
Married filing jointly
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 to $24,800 | 10% |
| $24,800 to $100,800 | 12% |
| $100,800 to $211,400 | 22% |
| $211,400 to $403,550 | 24% |
| $403,550 to $512,450 | 32% |
| $512,450 to $768,700 | 35% |
| Over $768,700 | 37% |
The 2026 federal standard deduction is $16,100 for single filers and $32,200 for married couples filing jointly. See what you take home after federal and state taxes with the Missouri paycheck calculator.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Missouri tax brackets for 2026?
Missouri has 7 income tax brackets, from 2% to 4.7%, with the top rate starting at $9,436 of taxable income for single filers. Married couples filing jointly use the same brackets.
What is the Missouri standard deduction for 2026?
$16,100 for single filers and $32,200 for married couples filing jointly. Missouri uses the federal standard deduction.
How much Missouri income tax will I pay on $75,000?
A single filer with a $75,000 salary has about $57,750 of Missouri taxable income and owes about $2,534 in state income tax for 2026, an effective state rate of 3.4%.
What is the top Missouri income tax rate?
4.7%, which applies to taxable income above $9,436 for single filers.
How do tax brackets work?
Each rate applies only to the income inside its bracket. Moving into a higher bracket doesn't raise the tax on the income below it, so a raise never lowers your take-home pay.
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Estimates use 2026 federal and state rates and standard deductions, and assume no other income, itemized deductions or credits beyond those listed. Your employer's withholding may differ from your final tax bill. For informational purposes only; this is not tax advice.