Kansas Tax Tables for 2021
The 2021 Kansas Tax Tables summarise the state-level rules applied to wages, deductions, credits and taxable income. These tables match the rules used by the Kansas State Tax Calculator 2021.
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Kansas Tax Tables for 2021
The tables below outline the income tax structure, deduction amounts, state-level credits and payroll-related rules used for Kansas in 2021. Kansas uses filing-status–specific progressive income tax tables. Income is divided into brackets and each portion is taxed at its marginal rate. The table below shows the full structure for this filing status. For a full explanation of marginal brackets, see our Tax Tables guide.
Single – Progressive Tax Brackets (2021)
Marginal income tax brackets for Single filers in Kansas for 2021. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 15,000.00 | 3.1% |
| 2 | $ 15,000.00 to $ 30,000.00 | 5.25% |
| 3 | $ 30,000.00 and over | 5.7% |
Married filing jointly – Progressive Tax Brackets (2021)
Marginal income tax brackets for Married filing jointly filers in Kansas for 2021. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 30,000.00 | 3.1% |
| 2 | $ 30,000.00 to $ 60,000.00 | 5.25% |
| 3 | $ 60,000.00 and over | 5.7% |
Married filing separately – Progressive Tax Brackets (2021)
Marginal income tax brackets for Married filing separately filers in Kansas for 2021. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 15,000.00 | 3.1% |
| 2 | $ 15,000.00 to $ 30,000.00 | 5.25% |
| 3 | $ 30,000.00 and over | 5.7% |
Head of household – Progressive Tax Brackets (2021)
Marginal income tax brackets for Head of household filers in Kansas for 2021. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 15,000.00 | 3.1% |
| 2 | $ 15,000.00 to $ 30,000.00 | 5.25% |
| 3 | $ 30,000.00 and over | 5.7% |
Widowed – Progressive Tax Brackets (2021)
Marginal income tax brackets for Widowed filers in Kansas for 2021. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 30,000.00 | 3.1% |
| 2 | $ 30,000.00 to $ 60,000.00 | 5.25% |
| 3 | $ 60,000.00 and over | 5.7% |
Kansas Standard Deduction(2021)
State-level standard deduction amounts for each filing status.
| Filing Status | Amount |
|---|---|
| Single | $3,500 |
| Married filing jointly | $8,000 |
| Married filing separately | $3,500 |
| Head of household | $3,500 |
| Widowed | $8,000 |
Kansas Payroll Taxes(2021)
Payroll taxes set at the state level, separate from federal FICA.
| Tax | Rate | Wage Cap |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployment Insurance Tax | 0% | No cap |
Kansas Tax Tables for Related Years
These related years are often reviewed together for comparing bracket changes, deductions and Kansas updates:
Frequently Asked Questions
Are unemployment benefits taxable in Kansas?
Generally included in income; Kansas adjustments may apply. Enter totals to model the effect.
Live in KS, work in MO—what happens?
MO may tax your wages earned there; then you typically claim a Kansas resident credit. Model both using the state credit input.
Rental income or K-1 items
Use Schedule E to total pass-through/rental items, then reflect in your income here.
Education expense relief at the state level
Kansas may allow credits related to dependent care/education under specific criteria—review Credits.
Remote work across the border
Wages are usually taxed where work is performed; claim resident credits where allowed.
Important Notes
All calculations are estimates for guidance only. Always review your return and consider professional advice when submitting official filings.