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Create accurate paystubs for Missouri employees with Progressive 4.95% state income tax, plus all applicable deductions automatically calculated.

Missouri Tax Overview (2026)

4.95%
Progressive Income Tax Rate
Federal Income Tax
10% – 37%
Social Security
6.20%
Medicare
1.45%
State Income Tax
4.95%
Minimum Wage
$13.75/hr

All Taxes & Deductions on a Missouri Paystub

Deduction Rate Type Notes
Federal Income Tax 10% – 37% Federal Progressive brackets based on income and filing status
Social Security (OASDI) 6.20% Federal Up to $168,600 wage base (2024)
Medicare (HI) 1.45% Federal No wage base limit; +0.9% Additional Medicare Tax over $200K
Missouri State Income Tax 4.95% State Progressive rate • Std deduction: $14,600
Kansas City Earnings Tax 1% Local Kansas City residents and workers
St. Louis City Earnings Tax 1% Local St. Louis City residents and workers

Missouri Income Tax Brackets (2026)

Tax Rate Income Range (Single Filer)
2% $1,273 – $2,546
2.5% $2,546 – $3,819
3% $3,819 – $5,092
3.5% $5,092 – $6,365
4% $6,365 – $7,638
4.8% $7,638 and above

* Brackets shown for single filers. Married/joint filers may have different thresholds.

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About Missouri Payroll

Missouri has been gradually reducing its top income tax rate (now 4.8%) and Kansas City and St. Louis both impose a 1% earnings tax on all who work or live in those cities.

Missouri uses a progressive income tax system with a top rate of 4.95%. Combined with federal taxes and FICA, Missouri workers typically see 5 separate deductions on their paystubs. Our generator handles all of these calculations automatically.

Paystub Requirements

Employers must provide an itemized statement of deductions with each wage payment.

Pay Frequency Rules

Employers must pay at least semi-monthly on regular paydays.

Missouri Paystub FAQ

What taxes and deductions appear on a Missouri paystub?

A typical Missouri paystub includes 5 deductions: Federal Income Tax (10%-37%), Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), Missouri State Income Tax (4.95%). Our generator calculates all of these automatically.

What is the Missouri state income tax rate?

Missouri has a progressive income tax with rates ranging from 2% to 4.8%. The rate used for your paystub depends on your income level and filing status. Visit the Missouri Department of Revenue for exact rates.

Does Missouri have local income taxes?

Yes, some jurisdictions in Missouri impose local income or occupational taxes: Kansas City Earnings Tax (1%) applies to Kansas City residents and workers. St. Louis City Earnings Tax (1%) applies to St. Louis City residents and workers. These may appear as additional deductions on your paystub depending on your work location.

What is the minimum wage in Missouri?

The current minimum wage in Missouri is $13.75 per hour. Our paystub generator supports any hourly rate or annual salary amount. Some cities and counties may have higher local minimum wage requirements.

Is this Missouri paystub generator free?

Yes! You can generate a free Missouri paystub with a SAMPLE watermark at no cost and no signup required. To remove the watermark for professional use, paid plans start at just $5.99.

What information do I need to create a Missouri paystub?

You'll need: company name and address, employee name, pay rate (hourly or salary), pay frequency, and the pay period date. Our form also supports optional fields like hire date, EIN, SSN (last 4 digits), additional earnings, and custom deductions.

Missouri Minimum Wage

$13.75
per hour (2026)

Quick Facts

  • Income Tax: 4.95% (Progressive)
  • Social Security: 6.2% (employee share)
  • Medicare: 1.45% (employee share)
  • Std Deduction: $14,600 (single)
  • Total Deductions: 5 line items

Did You Know?

Missouri has been gradually reducing its top income tax rate (now 4.8%) and Kansas City and St. Louis both impose a 1% earnings tax on all who work or live in those cities.

Official Resources

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