Sales Tax Calculator — Independence, MO
Calculate sales tax in Independence, Missouri. Find local and state tax rates.
Updated April 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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