TaxWrenTaxes for Kansas freelancers in 2026
Single filers get a standard deduction of $3,605 ($8,240 married filing jointly) and a personal exemption of $9,160.
On $85,000 of 1099 profit, a single filer owes about $3,608 in Kansas income tax on top of $17,800 in federal taxes. That ranks 40th lowest of 51 (50 states and DC), $879 more than the median state.
Every neighboring state with a different tax charges less on the same income; Nebraska would save $894 a year.
Some Kansas localities levy their own payroll, wage or investment income taxes, which are not included in these estimates.
Kansas income tax brackets for 2026
| Rate | Single: taxable income over | Married jointly: over |
|---|---|---|
| 5.2% | $0 | $0 |
| 5.58% | $23,000 | $46,000 |
Kansas vs. neighboring states
Tax on $85,000 of 1099 profit for a single filer in 2026. The median across all 50 states and DC is $2,729 of state income tax.
| State | State tax | Total tax | Take-home |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $3,608 | $21,408 | $63,592 |
| Colorado | $2,767 | $20,567 | $64,433 |
| Missouri | $2,775 | $20,575 | $64,425 |
| Nebraska | $2,715 | $20,515 | $64,485 |
| Oklahoma | $3,009 | $20,809 | $64,191 |
How Kansas taxes changed
Kansas's rates and deductions did not change for 2026. State tax on $85,000 of 1099 profit is unchanged at $3,608.
| 2025 | 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Top income tax rate | 5.58% | 5.58% |
| Standard deduction (single) | $3,605 | $3,605 |
| State tax on $85,000 of 1099 profit | $3,608 | $3,608 |
| Take-home on a $75,000 salary | $57,928 | $58,207 |
Each year uses that year's federal and Kansas rules, so the take-home row also reflects federal changes. Federal changes · All data updates
Sources: Kansas revenue department, Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32. See our methodology.
Kansas 1099 tax FAQ
Does Kansas have a state income tax?
Kansas has a graduated income tax with 2 rates from 5.2% to 5.58%; the top rate starts at $23,000 of taxable income for single filers.
How much should a freelancer in Kansas set aside for taxes?
A single filer with $85,000 of 1099 profit and no other income should set aside about 25% of every payment in 2026: $12,010 self-employment tax, $5,790 federal income tax and $3,608 Kansas income tax. Use the calculator for your own income, expenses and filing status.
What is the top Kansas income tax rate in 2026?
5.58%. Kansas has a graduated income tax with 2 rates from 5.2% to 5.58%; the top rate starts at $23,000 of taxable income for single filers.
Do I need to make estimated tax payments to Kansas?
Generally yes, if you expect to owe state tax that is not covered by withholding. Kansas sets its own thresholds and due dates; check the Kansas revenue department's estimated payment rules.