Kansas Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Calculate sales tax in Kansas. Kansas has a 6.5% state sales tax rate; local taxes bring the average combined rate to 8.71%. Based on current KS rates.

By Konstantin Iakovlev · Updated October 19, 2026 · Methodology

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Groceries (food for home)
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Total Tax

$8.71

Total with Tax

$108.71

Combined Rate

8.710%

Tax Breakdown

State Tax (6.50%)$6.50
Local Tax (2.21%)$2.21
Total Sales Tax$8.71
Total with Tax$108.71

Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.

Kansas Sales Tax Guide

Kansas charges a statewide sales tax of 6.5%, one of the higher base rates in the country, and that is only the starting point. Cities and counties add their own local sales taxes on top, up to about 4.25%, which pushes combined rates as high as about 10.75% in the most heavily taxed jurisdictions. The rate you pay at the register depends on the address where the sale takes place, so two stores a few miles apart can ring up noticeably different totals on the same item.

Not everything is taxed the same way. Kansas removed its state sales tax on groceries, so qualifying food is no longer hit with the general rate, and prescription drugs are exempt as well. Most other tangible goods, from electronics to furniture, remain fully taxable. When you buy from an out-of-state or online seller that doesn't collect Kansas tax, the state's use tax fills the gap: you owe the same rate on items used or stored in Kansas, reported through the Kansas Department of Revenue, which keeps in-state retailers from being undercut by untaxed remote purchases.

Kansas Sales Tax Details (2026)

State Sales Tax Rate 6.5%
Local Sales Taxes Yes, 2.21% on average
Average Combined Rate 8.71% (Tax Foundation, midyear 2026)
Local Tax Note Local sales taxes up to about 4.25% (combined rates reach about 10.75%)
State Income Tax progressive (up to 5.58%)
Avg. Property Tax Rate 1.2%

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Kansas Sales Tax FAQ

What is the sales tax rate in Kansas?
The statewide rate is 6.5%. Local city and county taxes add up to about 4.25% on top, so combined rates can reach roughly 10.75% depending on where the purchase happens. Because the local piece is set by jurisdiction, the exact rate is tied to the sale's location, not to where you live.
Are groceries taxed in Kansas?
Only by cities and counties. Kansas cut its state sales tax on food and food ingredients to 0% on January 1, 2025, but local sales taxes still apply to groceries (Kansas Department of Revenue Notice 24-21), 2.21% on average. Prescription drugs are exempt. Prepared foods, such as restaurant meals, are treated differently and generally remain taxable at the full combined rate.
What is Kansas use tax and when do I owe it?
Use tax is the companion to sales tax: it applies to taxable goods you buy from a seller that didn't collect Kansas tax, typically out-of-state or online purchases, and then use or store in Kansas. The rate matches the sales tax rate for your location. Consumers report and pay it to the Kansas Department of Revenue, which prevents remote sellers from having an untaxed edge over local stores.
Why does my sales tax total change from one Kansas city to another?
The 6.5% state rate is constant, but the local add-on is not. Each city and county sets its own rate, so the combined total varies by address and can swing by several percentage points across the state. Retailers charge the rate in effect at the point of sale, which is why the same purchase can cost more in one town than in a neighboring one.

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