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St. Louis, Missouri Sales Tax Calculator

St. Louis has a combined sales tax rate of 9.679% — meaningfully higher than the Missouri statewide average of 8.39%. 4.225% MO state + 5.454% combined city, including a 1% economic-development and transit add-ons. Reduced grocery rate.

Purchase amount

StateOverride with a specific city or county local rate

Total with tax

$108.39

Combined rate 8.390%

Purchase amount$100.00

State tax (4.225%)$4.23

Local tax (4.165%)$4.17

Total tax$8.39

Missouri notes: Groceries taxed at reduced 1.225% state rate. Statewide average combined rate: 8.39%. Max local rate: 5.88%. Groceries: taxed at 1.225%.

Sales tax in St. Louis

The 9.679% you pay at a St. Louis register is made up of 4.22% state tax plus roughly 5.454% in local taxes — a combination of county, city, and special-district levies. 4.225% MO state + 5.454% combined city, including a 1% economic-development and transit add-ons. Reduced grocery rate.

That's higher than the Missouri average of 8.39%. Most large Missouri cities run above the state average because urban areas tend to layer transit taxes, special improvement districts, and arena/stadium taxes on top of the state and county base.

Missouri taxes groceries at a reduced state rate of 1.23%, but local taxes generally still apply at the full local rate.

For exact tax on a transaction at a specific St. Louis address, use the Missouri Department of Revenue's lookup or a tool like Avalara. Rates can vary block-by-block when special tax districts cover part of the city.

St. Louis rate breakdown: Combined rate 9.679% = MO state 4.22% + local 5.454% (county + city + transit + special districts).

Frequently asked questions

What is the sales tax rate in St. Louis, Missouri?

The combined sales tax rate in St. Louis is 9.679%. That includes the Missouri state portion plus county, city, and any applicable special-district taxes.

How is the St. Louis sales tax broken down?

St. Louis's 9.679% combined rate is made up of: 4.22% state, plus local additions including county, city, and any transit or special-district taxes. See the breakdown in the calculator above for any purchase amount.

What is the sales tax on a $100 purchase in St. Louis?

At a combined rate of 9.679%, sales tax on $100 in St. Louis is $9.68, bringing the total to $109.68.

Are groceries taxed in St. Louis?

Groceries are taxed at a reduced rate of 1.23% in Missouri; local taxes typically still apply at the full local rate.

Is the sales tax in St. Louis higher than surrounding cities?

Yes — St. Louis's combined rate of 9.679% is above the Missouri statewide average of 8.39%. Suburbs and smaller cities in the same state often pay lower combined rates.

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Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, accounting, or legal advice. Tax rates, regulations, and economic data change frequently. Consult a qualified accountant or tax professional for advice specific to your situation.