Kansas Sales Tax Calculator 2026 – Rate 8.71% (State 6.50%)

Calculate sales tax in Kansas instantly. The Kansas state sales tax rate is 6.50%; with the average local (city and county) rate of 2.21% added, the typical combined rate is 8.71% (2026 figures). Enter a price below to see the tax and total.

Kansas Sales Tax Calculator

State rate 6.50% + average local 2.21% = 8.71%

Rates from Tax Foundation 2026 data. Your exact city or county rate may differ – use the custom rate box with the rate on a local receipt.

Kansas sales tax rate in 2026

The statewide rate is 6.50%. Local governments add an average of 2.21%, for an average combined rate of 8.71%. Local sales taxes in Kansas are common, pushing combined rates in many cities to 9% or more.

How to calculate Kansas sales tax

Sales tax = price × (rate ÷ 100). On a $100 purchase at the 8.71% average combined rate, the tax is $8.71 and the total is $108.71. To find the pre-tax price from a total, divide the total by (1 + rate ÷ 100).

Kansas sales tax examples

PriceState tax (6.50%)Avg. combined tax (8.71%)Total (combined)
$10$0.65$0.87$10.87
$25$1.63$2.18$27.18
$50$3.25$4.36$54.36
$100$6.50$8.71$108.71
$250$16.25$21.78$271.78
$500$32.50$43.55$543.55
$1,000$65.00$87.10$1,087.10
$5,000$325.00$435.50$5,435.50

What is exempt from sales tax in Kansas?

Kansas eliminated its state sales tax on groceries in 2025, though local taxes may still apply; prescription drugs are exempt. Rules change, so confirm with the Kansas Department of Revenue before relying on an exemption.

Frequently asked questions

Do I pay Kansas sales tax on online orders? Yes – retailers that ship to Kansas generally must collect tax at the rate for your delivery address. Is there sales tax on cars in Kansas? Vehicle purchases are taxed, often under separate rules and rates; use our auto loan calculator to include it in your payment. Need another state? Use the all-states sales tax calculator.

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