Kansas Income Tax Guide for 2026
Overview
Kansas uses a progressive income tax system with rates ranging from 5.2% to 5.58%. Capital gains are taxed as ordinary income. The state offers a standard deduction of $3,605 for single filers, personal exemptions of $9,160, and dependent exemptions of $2,320.
Income Tax Rates
Single Filers
| Income Range | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to $22,999 | 5.2% |
| $23,000+ | 5.58% |
Married Filing Jointly
| Income Range | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to $45,999 | 5.2% |
| $46,000+ | 5.58% |
Capital Gains Tax
Capital gains are taxed at the same rates as ordinary income.
Deductions & Exemptions
| Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Standard Deduction (Single) | $3,605 |
| Standard Deduction (Married Filing Jointly) | $8,240 |
| Personal Exemption (Single) | $9,160 |
| Personal Exemption (Married) | $18,320 |
| Dependent Exemption | $2,320 |
Additional Information
- Two-bracket schedule (5.2% / 5.58%) enacted by SB 1 (2024 Special Session) applies for 2026; the SB 269 revenue-trigger rate reduction was not certified for tax year 2026 (KDOR Notice 25-06)
- Standard deduction and personal exemption are fixed statutory amounts, not inflation-indexed
- Additional personal exemption of $2,320 for each dependent
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Sources
The 2026 figures for Kansas on this page were compiled from the following official government publications:
- K.S.A. 79-32,110 Tax imposed; schedules of tax rates (Kansas Legislature)
- K.S.A. 79-32,119 Kansas standard deduction of an individual (Kansas Legislature)
- K.S.A. 79-32,121 Kansas personal exemptions (Kansas Legislature)
- Kansas 2026 Individual Estimated Tax (K-40ES) - Kansas Department of Revenue
- Notice 25-06 Decreases of Income and Privilege Tax Rates - Contingent on Revenue - Kansas Department of Revenue
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