Sales Tax Calculator, Columbia, MO
Calculate sales tax in Columbia, Missouri. Find local and state tax rates.
Updated July 2026Calculate Sales Tax in Missouri
Tax Breakdown
Tax Details
Missouri Sales Tax Rates
State Rate
4.22%
Avg. Local Rate
4.06%
Combined Rate
8.29%
Local rates vary by city and county. The combined rate shown uses the statewide average local rate.
Exemptions & Taxable Items
- • Groceries are subject to sales tax
- • Clothing is subject to sales tax
- • Prescription medicine is generally exempt
Sales Tax Examples in Missouri
| Purchase Price | Sales Tax | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $2.07 | $27.07 |
| $100.00 | $8.28 | $108.28 |
| $500.00 | $41.42 | $541.42 |
| $1,000.00 | $82.85 | $1,082.85 |
Based on the average combined state + local rate of 8.29%.
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