Local Taxes & Fees in Kansas City, MO (2026)

1 verified local taxes & fees rules for Kansas City, Missouri, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Business Tax Classification

Kansas City levies a 1% earnings tax on residents and on non-residents working within city limits under Code Chapter 68, plus a graduated business profits tax on entities operating in KC, distinguishing it from most Missouri cities.

Earnings Tax Sets KC Apart on Local Business Levies

Some Restrictions

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County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Kansas City city rules.

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