The Kansas food tax is a sales tax levied on the sale of food for human consumption. The tax rate is 6.5%, which is the same rate as the state’s general sales tax. Food that is purchased for immediate consumption, such as restaurant meals, is subject to the food tax. Groceries and other food items that are purchased for home consumption are also subject to the food tax.
The Kansas food tax is a significant source of revenue for the state. In 2021, the tax generated $553 million in revenue. The revenue from the food tax is used to fund a variety of state programs, including education, healthcare, and transportation.