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Missouri
Employee Obligations (Which Returns YOU Must File)
If you physically work in Missouri, file a nonresident Missouri return (tax rate: Up to 4.7%). Then file your Arkansas return and claim the Form AR1000TC credit so you don't get taxed twice on the same income.
Employer Obligations (What Your Employer Must Withhold & Remit)
Register for withholding and unemployment from day 1. If working in Kansas City or St. Louis, register for city earnings tax. Unemployment applies to the first $10,500 of wages.
City & Local Income Taxes (Extra Filings Beyond the State Return)
Kansas City and St. Louis each charge a 1% earnings tax on all workers including nonresidents. These are the only two Missouri cities with this tax. The tax is renewed by voters every 5 years. The M1CR credit does NOT cover these city taxes.
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This is general information, not tax or legal advice. Laws change frequently. Always consult a licensed CPA or tax attorney for your specific situation. All information researched as of March 21, 2026.