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Missouri Freelancer Deduction Calculator 2026

See how business deductions reduce your Missouri freelancer taxes in 2026. Deductions lower your net SE income, which reduces both your SE tax and Missouri state income tax.

Before business expenses and taxes

Business Deductions

$0.67/mi (2026 IRS rate)

Above-the-Line Deductions

Self-employed: 100% deductible

Deductions for Missouri Freelancers

Missouri recently cut its income tax to a flat rate of 2% — one of the lowest income tax rates among states that have one. Missouri has been aggressively reducing its income tax as part of a multi-year reform effort. Two Missouri cities do charge local income taxes: Kansas City charges 1% and St. Louis charges 1% on wages earned within city limits. Outside these two cities, no local income taxes apply. Missouri's standard deduction mirrors the federal amount ($16,100 for single filers), which is generous. Compared to neighboring Kansas (5.2% flat) and Illinois (4.95% flat), Missouri's 2% flat rate is dramatically lower, making it one of the more attractive states in the Midwest for take-home pay — particularly outside Kansas City and St. Louis.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Missouri income tax rate for 2026? ▾
Missouri has a flat income tax rate of 2% on all taxable income for 2026.
Does Kansas City Missouri have a local income tax? ▾
Yes. Kansas City charges a 1% earnings tax on wages earned within city limits. Combined with the state rate, Kansas City workers pay 3% total.
Does St. Louis have a local income tax? ▾
Yes. St. Louis charges a 1% earnings tax on wages. Combined with the state rate, St. Louis workers pay 3% total.
How does Missouri compare to Kansas for take-home pay? ▾
Missouri's 2% flat rate is dramatically lower than Kansas's 5.2% flat rate. On an $80,000 salary, a Missouri worker saves roughly $2,560 per year in state income tax compared to a Kansas worker.

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