RSU Tax Calculator for Missouri

RSU vesting in Missouri triggers up to 4.8% state income tax, treated as ordinary income just like your salary. Your employer typically sells shares at vesting to cover the combined federal, state, and FICA withholding, which can consume 35-50% of the vested shares depending on your income level. Local taxes in some Missouri areas increase the sell-to-cover percentage further. This calculator shows you exactly how many shares (or dollars) you keep after all Missouri tax layers are applied.

Missouri uses a graduated income tax with brackets ranging from 2-4.8%. Lower income is taxed at lower rates, with the 4.8% top rate applying only to income in the highest bracket. This progressive structure means your effective state tax rate is always lower than the top marginal rate. In addition, some Missouri localities impose their own income tax, which stacks on top of the state rate. This is especially notable in areas like certain cities and counties. Always check your local rate when calculating total tax liability.

The table below shows what you actually keep at five salary levels in Missouri, accounting for federal tax, FICA, and Missouri's graduated (2-4.8%) state tax plus estimated local taxes.

See how Missouri compares to other Midwest states. Each link takes you to the rsu tax calculator landing page for that state.

For a comprehensive breakdown of Missouri’s tax structure, salary comparisons, cost-of-living analysis, and more, visit the full Missouri take-home pay page.