How Kansas Sales Tax Works
Kansas's state government imposes a 6.50% sales tax on most retail purchases. Counties, cities, and special districts can layer additional local sales tax on top — pushing combined rates to a population-weighted average of 8.80% statewide.
Kansas just completed a multi-year phase-out of its state grocery tax — historically one of the most regressive features of its tax code.
Groceries in Kansas
Kansas eliminated its state sales tax on groceries effective January 2025 — local rates may still apply on food.
How Kansas Compares to Neighboring States
Sales tax on a $1,000.00 purchase in Kansas versus neighboring states, using each state's average combined rate (state + local):
| State | State Rate | Combined Rate | Tax on $1,000 | vs. Kansas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas (here) | 6.50% | 8.80% | $88.00 | — |
| Nebraska | 5.50% | 6.99% | $69.90 | -$18.10 |
| Colorado | 2.90% | 7.81% | $78.10 | -$9.90 |
| Oklahoma | 4.50% | 8.99% | $89.90 | +$1.90 |
| Missouri | 4.22% | 8.39% | $83.90 | -$4.10 |
A negative "vs." figure means a lower sales tax bill on the same purchase. Specific addresses can vary materially from the state-wide average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Kansas sales tax rate for 2026?
Kansas's state sales tax rate is 6.50% for 2026. When combined with the average local sales tax of 2.30%, most Kansas residents pay a typical combined rate of 8.80%.
How much sales tax will I pay on a $100 purchase in Kansas?
On a $100 purchase, expect approximately $6.50 in state sales tax, or about $8.80 including average local sales tax (combined 8.80%). Total cost: roughly $108.80.
Are groceries taxed in Kansas?
Kansas eliminated its state sales tax on groceries effective January 2025 — local rates may still apply on food.
Is sales tax calculated before or after discounts in Kansas?
Kansas follows the standard rule used by virtually all states: sales tax is calculated on the final discounted price, not the original price. If a $200 item is on sale for $150, you pay sales tax on $150. Manufacturer coupons can be treated differently in some states.
How is this Kansas sales tax estimate calculated?
The calculator applies Kansas's 6.50% state sales tax rate plus whatever local rate you enter (city + county + special districts). The default Local Rate is 0%; click a city in the table above to fill in its local portion, or look up your specific address with Kansas's Department of Revenue tool.