Minnesota Tax Calculators.
Tax year 2026 income tax rates, brackets, and sales tax for Minnesota. Returns for tax year 2026 are generally filed in 2027; source links and last-verified dates are shown below.Tax year 2026 means income earned during calendar year 2026; those returns are generally filed in 2027. State and local sales tax rates can change during the year, so confirm current rules before filing or remitting tax.
Income Tax
Minnesota has four 2026 income tax brackets ranging from 5.35% to 9.85%. Its basic standard deductions and qualifying dependent exemptions can be reduced at higher incomes.
| Taxable Income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 - $33,310 | 5.35% |
| $33,310 - $109,430 | 6.8% |
| $109,430 - $203,150 | 7.85% |
| Over $203,150 | 9.85% |
Sales Tax
Qualifying food and ordinary clothing are exempt. Candy, soft drinks and prepared food can be taxable; clothing accessories, fur and specified sports or protective equipment have separate rules. Qualifying human prescription drugs are exempt. Combined rates shown are population-weighted July 1, 2026 estimates; actual item and local rates vary.
Minnesota’s top marginal income-tax rate is 9.85%; deductions, exemptions and credits affect the effective rate. Qualifying food and ordinary clothing are exempt, with product-specific exceptions.
What is Minnesota's income tax rate?
The four 2026 rates are 5.35%, 6.8%, 7.85%, and 9.85%. For single filers, the top rate applies to Minnesota taxable income above $203,150.
Does Minnesota tax groceries or clothing?
Qualifying groceries and clothing for general use are exempt from Minnesota sales tax. The clothing exemption does not cover fur clothing, clothing accessories, protective equipment or sports and recreational equipment.
How does Minnesota compare to Wisconsin?
Minnesota has a higher top income tax rate (9.85% vs 7.65%) while the state sales rates differ (6.875% versus 5%). Qualifying food exemptions in both states and Minnesota’s ordinary-clothing exemption do not by themselves establish an overall burden.
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