Missouri Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate Missouri sales tax by ZIP code including state, county, city, and special taxes
Calculate Missouri Sales Tax
Enter the price of the item or service
Enter 5-digit ZIP code to determine local tax rates
Transportation charges are taxable when included in sale price. Separately stated shipping may be exempt.
Sales Tax Calculation Results
Example Calculation
Car Purchase in Dallas, MO (ZIP 65463)
Purchase Price: $10,000
State Tax (4.225%): $422.50
County Tax (2.5%): $250.00
City Tax (0%): $0.00
ZIP Code: 65463 (Dallas)
Calculation
Total Tax Rate: 4.225% + 2.5% = 6.725%
Sales Tax: $10,000 × 6.725% = $672.50
Total Cost: $10,672.50
Missouri Tax Rate Ranges
What's Taxable in Missouri
Most retail goods and merchandise
Motor vehicles and boats
Restaurant meals and prepared food
Transportation charges (when included)
Groceries (most food items)
Prescription medications
Separately stated shipping (conditions apply)
Missouri Sales Tax Tips
Use the seller's ZIP code, not your own
Vehicle purchases may have additional fees
Online purchases follow destination-based rules
Tax rates can change quarterly
Understanding Missouri Sales Tax
How Missouri Sales Tax Works
Missouri imposes a state sales tax of 4.225% on most retail sales. Local jurisdictions (counties, cities, and special districts) can add their own taxes, resulting in total rates ranging from 4.225% to nearly 12% in some locations.
Tax Collection Process
- •Retailers collect tax at point of sale
- •Tax based on delivery/pickup location
- •Multiple jurisdictions may apply
- •Rates updated quarterly by state
Calculation Formula
Sales Tax = Purchase Amount × Total Tax Rate
Total Rate = State + County + City + Special
Special Considerations
- • Vehicle sales may require additional documentation
- • Online purchases follow destination-based taxation
- • Some purchases qualify for exemptions
- • Use tax applies to out-of-state purchases
Note: This calculator provides estimates based on August 2024 rates. Always verify current rates with the Missouri Department of Revenue for official calculations.