Missouri take-home pay, explained
Missouri has a state income tax, estimated here at about 4.7% of your pay. This Missouri salary calculator starts from your gross pay, removes the 2026 standard deduction for your filing status, applies the 2026 federal tax brackets, adds Social Security and Medicare (FICA), and applies a simplified 4.7% Missouri state income tax estimate.The result is your estimated net pay for each paycheck.
How to use the Missouri paycheck calculator
- Enter your gross pay and choose how often you are paid: annual, monthly, bi-weekly, weekly or hourly.
- Pick your filing status (single, married filing jointly or head of household) to set the 2026 standard deduction and brackets.
- Add pre-tax deductions such as 401(k) or HSA contributions to lower your federal taxable income.
- Check the Missouri state rate. It is pre-filled at about 4.7%. Adjust it to your exact effective rate if you know it.
- Read your take-home pay, annual net, federal tax, FICA, Missouri state tax and effective tax rate, all updating instantly.
State income tax in Missouri
Missouri does charge a state income tax. To keep things simple this calculator uses a single estimated rate of about 4.7%. Real Missouri income tax can use graduated brackets, its own deductions and credits, and some areas add local taxes, so treat this as an estimate and enter your own effective rate for a closer figure.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Missouri state income tax?
Missouri state income tax is estimated at about 4.7% in this tool. Adjust the rate field to match your exact situation.
Does this Missouri calculator include FICA?
Yes. Social Security (6.2% up to the 2026 wage base) and Medicare (1.45% on all wages) are included for Missouri, the same as every US state.
Can I use it for hourly pay in Missouri?
Yes. Choose the hourly frequency, enter your rate and hours per week, and it estimates your Missouri take-home pay assuming 52 paid weeks.
Is this official Missouri tax advice?
No. It is an estimate using 2026 federal figures and a simplified state rate. Verify important numbers against the IRS and the Missouri tax authority.
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Estimates only and not tax advice; verify important figures against the IRS and your state tax authority.