The City of McPherson generates revenue through sales tax, property taxes, franchise fees and various municipal fees to maintain its operating budget. While some of the taxes and fees are controlled by the McPherson City Commission, others are determined and collected by McPherson County and the State of Kansas.
It is estimated that more than 30% of sales tax revenue come from nonresidents of McPherson.
| Taxing Authority | Sales Tax Amount |
| State of Kansas | 6.5% |
| McPherson County | 1.5% |
| City of McPherson (Street & Highway Fund) | 0.5% |
| City of McPherson (Street, Law Enforcement, Community Building, Public Lands) | 0.5% |
| Total Sales Tax | 9.0% |
Special Tax Districts
A Community Improvement District (CID) is a financing tool that allows property owners within a designated area to pool resources and fund public improvements or services, often through special taxes or assessments. CIDs are designed to promote economic development, improve the quality of life, and enhance the overall attractiveness of a specific area. CIDs often involve collaboration between local governments, property owners, and community stakeholders to achieve their goals.
| Taxing Authority | Sales Tax Amount |
| McPherson Candlewood Suites CID (Community Improvement District) | 2.0% |
| McPherson North Champlin Street CID (Community Improvement District) | 2.0% |
| McPherson Plaza East Place CID (Community Improvement District) | 2.0% |
| Total Sales Tax (Special Tax Districts) | 11.0% (9.0% + 2.0% of the CID) |
Current Sales Tax
Community Improvement (Fund 21)
| Start Date
| End Date
| Total:
|
70% Street
| 10/1/2023 | 9/30/2033 | $2,336,156 |
20% Public Lands & Facilities
| 10/1/2023
| 9/30/2033
| $667,473 |
5% Museum
| 10/1/2023
| 9/30/2033
| $166,868 |
5% Law Enforcement
| 10/1/2023
| 9/30/2033
| $166,868 |
Fund 21 Total:
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| $3,337,365
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Consolidated Street & Highway (Fund 26)
| Start Date
| End Date
| Total:
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| Consolidated Street & Highway | 1/1/2021 | 12/31/2030 | $9,245,700 |
Fund 21 Total:
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| $9,245,700
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Sales Tax History
| Community Improvement Projects (Fund 21) | Start Date | End Date | Total: |
| Waterpark | 10/1/2002 | 9/30/2007 | $5,486,528 |
| Library | 10/1/2007 | 3/31/2011 | $4,770,302 |
| Opera House & Open Period | 4/1/2011 | 9/30/2013 | $3,622,280 |
| Community Building, Trails, First Street | 10/1/2013 | 9/30/2023 | $17,588,713 |
Fund 21 Total:
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| $31,467,823
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| Consolidated Street & Highway (Fund 26) | Start Date | End Date | Total: |
| Consolidated Street & Highway | 1/1/2011 | 12/31/2020 | $15,627,882 |
Fund 26 Total:
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| $15,627,882
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