Kansas Income Tax Rates 2025
Kansas has a progressive income tax with 2 brackets — 5.2% and 5.58%. The state simplified from three brackets to two in 2024 and doubled the married-filing-jointly threshold.
Tax Type
Progressive
Rate Range
5.2% – 5.58%
Brackets
2
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State Tax Ranking
At $75,000 income (single filer), Kansas ranks #45 out of 51 states — where #1 is the lowest tax burden.
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| Income | State Tax | Effective Rate | Take-Home |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $2,703 | 5.41% | $43,426 |
| $75,000 | $4,098 | 5.46% | $62,953 |
| $100,000 | $5,493 | 5.49% | $81,058 |
| $150,000 | $8,283 | 5.52% | $116,650 |
| $200,000 | $11,073 | 5.54% | $151,860 |
Single filer, standard deduction, 2025 tax year. Take-home is after federal + state income tax (excludes FICA).
2025 Tax Brackets — Single Filer
| Taxable Income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $23,000 | 5.2% |
| Over $23,000 | 5.6% |
2025 Tax Brackets — Married Filing Jointly
| Taxable Income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $46,000 | 5.2% |
| Over $46,000 | 5.6% |
Tax Overview
This state uses a progressive income tax system with multiple brackets, similar to the federal system. Only the income within each bracket is taxed at that rate, so your effective state rate is lower than the top bracket. Tax planning strategies include maximizing pre-tax retirement contributions to reduce state-taxable income.
Tax Planning Tip
In a progressive-bracket state, pre-tax 401(k) and HSA contributions reduce your state tax bill along with federal tax. If you are near a bracket boundary, an additional contribution can drop you into a lower state bracket.
Kansas uses a progressive tax system where higher portions of income are taxed at higher rates. The state fully taxes Social Security benefits for higher-income taxpayers but provides an exemption for those with federal adjusted gross income of $75,000 or less.
Property Tax & Cost of Living
Property tax rate is the state average effective rate. Actual rates vary by county. COL index from BEA Regional Price Parities.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Kansas's income tax rate in 2026?
Kansas has a progressive income tax with 2 brackets (5.2% and 5.58%). Your effective rate depends on your total taxable income.
Does Kansas tax Social Security benefits?
Kansas taxes Social Security benefits for higher-income taxpayers but provides an exemption for those with federal adjusted gross income of $75,000 or less.
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