Missouri Paycheck Calculator 2026

The Missouri Paycheck Calculator helps employees estimate their take-home pay after federal income tax, Missouri income tax, Social Security, Medicare and other deductions.

Missouri uses a progressive individual income-tax system. For 2026, the Missouri Department of Revenue lists tax brackets ranging from 0% to a maximum rate of 4.70%.

Missouri Income Tax Rates for 2026

Missouri’s official 2026 tax schedule is:

• $0 – $1,313: 0%
• $1,314 – $2,626: 2.00% of excess over $1,313
• $2,627 – $3,939: 2.50% of excess over $2,626 plus $26
• $3,940 – $5,252: 3.00% of excess over $3,939 plus $59
• $5,253 – $6,565: 3.50% of excess over $5,252 plus $98
• $6,566 – $7,878: 4.00% of excess over $6,565 plus $144
• $7,879 – $9,191: 4.50% of excess over $7,878 plus $197
• Over $9,191: 4.70% of excess over $9,191 plus $256

These are the official Missouri 2026 indexed tax brackets published by the Missouri Department of Revenue. ([Department of Revenue](https://dor.mo.gov/taxation/individual/tax-types/income/year-changes/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Missouri Standard Deduction for 2026

Missouri uses the applicable federal standard deduction amounts for the state return. The Missouri Department of Revenue’s published amounts include:

• Single: $15,750
• Married Filing Combined: $31,500
• Married Filing Separately: $15,750
• Head of Household: $23,625

Additional standard deductions can apply for qualifying taxpayers who are age 65 or older or blind. ([Department of Revenue](https://dor.mo.gov/taxation/individual/tax-types/income/documents/Standard-and-Additional-Standard-Deduction.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Missouri Paycheck Taxes

A Missouri employee’s paycheck can include several different taxes and deductions. Missouri income tax is separate from federal payroll taxes.

• Federal income-tax withholding
• Missouri income-tax withholding
• Social Security
• Medicare
• Employer-specific benefits and deductions

Missouri Withholding Tax

Missouri publishes official withholding formulas and withholding tables for different payroll frequencies, including weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly and monthly payrolls. The 2026 withholding formula uses Missouri rates from 0% through 4.70%. ([Department of Revenue](https://dor.mo.gov/forms/Withholding%20Formula_2026.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Missouri City Earnings Taxes

Certain Missouri cities have their own earnings taxes. The Missouri Department of Revenue specifically notes that St. Louis City and Kansas City levy city earnings taxes and that these taxes are not collected by the Missouri Department of Revenue.

Because city earnings taxes can depend on where you work and live, this statewide calculator does not automatically add a city earnings tax. ([Department of Revenue](https://dor.mo.gov/faq/taxation/individual/general.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Hourly Pay and Overtime

Hourly employees can enter their hourly wage, regular hours and overtime hours. The calculator converts weekly earnings into an estimated annual income.

Actual overtime eligibility and overtime compensation depend on applicable employment laws and your employer’s payroll practices.

Weekly, Biweekly and Monthly Paychecks

Your pay frequency affects how annual income and estimated annual taxes are divided across each paycheck.

• Weekly: 52 paychecks
• Biweekly: 26 paychecks
• Semi-monthly: 24 paychecks
• Monthly: 12 paychecks

Missouri Paycheck Examples

Why Your Actual Missouri Paycheck May Be Different

Online paycheck calculators provide estimates. Your actual paycheck can be different because of your personal tax situation and employer payroll system.

• Federal Form W-4
• Missouri withholding information
• Filing status
• Dependents
• Retirement contributions
• Health insurance
• Other pre-tax benefits
• Post-tax deductions
• Additional withholding
• City earnings tax where applicable

Missouri Paycheck Calculator FAQ