Missouri Payroll Calculator
Free Missouri (MO) payroll calculator with 2026 state and federal tax rates. Estimates are for planning — not tax advice.
Paycheck Breakdown
- Gross Pay$2,046.15
- Federal Income Tax−$161.69
- Missouri State Tax−$62.55
- Social Security (6.2%)−$63.43
- Medicare (1.45%)−$14.83
- Local Tax−$3.68
- Net Pay$1,739.96
Employer Payroll Cost
- Employer SS Match (6.2%)$126.86
- Employer Medicare (1.45%)$29.67
Missouri Paycheck & Tax Overview
Missouri uses many small progressive steps topping at 4.7%, with optional local earnings taxes in St. Louis and Kansas City. The Missouri minimum wage is $13.75/hour as of 2026 (verify with your state labor department for the latest rate). Workers in Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, and elsewhere in Missouri use this Missouri payroll calculator with 2026 tax tables — Missouri uses a progressive income tax with rates from 2% to 4.
Missouri workers may also owe city or county income tax. Our calculator adds a statewide average local rate of 0.2% where applicable — your city may differ (check your local revenue office).
Missouri State Income Tax Brackets — 2026
| Taxable income (annual) | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $1,348 | 2.00% |
| $1,348 – $2,696 | 2.50% |
| $2,696 – $4,044 | 3.00% |
| $4,044 – $5,392 | 3.50% |
| $5,392 – $6,740 | 4.00% |
| $6,740 – $8,088 | 4.50% |
| $8,088 – $9,436 | 4.70% |
| $9,436 and above | 4.70% |
Typical local/city income tax (statewide average): 0.18% — included in calculator estimates where applicable.
Example: Missouri paycheck for $53,200/year salary
Single filer, biweekly pay — estimated $2,046 gross per check, about $1,740 take-home after federal ($162), state ($63), and FICA ($78). Enter your own numbers in the calculator for a personalized result.
Official tax sources
We align calculations with IRS Publication 15-T and state revenue guidance. Verify rules on official sites:
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Missouri Paycheck Calculator FAQ
Does Missouri have state income tax on paychecks?
Yes. Missouri uses a progressive income tax with rates from 2% to 4.7%. Our calculator applies the official 2026 brackets, standard deductions, and personal exemptions for accurate withholding estimates.
How much tax is taken out of a $53,200/year salary paycheck in Missouri?
For a single filer paid biweekly, estimated biweekly gross is about $2,046 with net take-home around $1,740 (federal ~$162, state ~$63, FICA ~$78). Your actual check varies with W-4, benefits, and local taxes.
Does Missouri have local tax on paychecks?
Many Missouri cities and counties add local income tax on wages. This calculator includes a statewide average local rate of about 0.18% — verify your municipality on your state revenue site.
What is the Missouri minimum wage for 2026?
Missouri's reference minimum wage on this page is $13.75/hour. Minimum wage affects gross pay; net pay depends on withholding and deductions in the calculator above.
What payroll taxes do Missouri employers pay?
Employers match employee Social Security (6.2% up to the wage base) and Medicare (1.45%). Missouri may require state unemployment and withholding deposits — employee state income tax is separate from employer FICA.
Is this Missouri calculator updated for 2026?
Yes. We update Missouri brackets, flat rates, SDI, and federal tables each tax year. Last reviewed for the 2026 tax year. Estimates only — not tax advice.