Chiefs' move to Kansas may reduce player income due to tax differences

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 12:15 PM

Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Chiefs' move to Kansas may reduce player income due to tax differences
Summary

The Kansas City Chiefs are relocating to a new $3 billion stadium in Kansas by 2031, leaving their current home in Missouri. While the new venue will feature an entertainment district, tax implications could result in lower income for players and executives, especially if Missouri's Amendment 5 passes, removing state income tax. The top income tax rates differ significantly between Kansas and Missouri, impacting potential earnings. If the amendment passes, a player making $20 million could save about $1 million in taxes annually by remaining in Missouri. The Chiefs are expected to continue playing in Missouri through the end of the decade.

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  • Chiefs moving to a $3 billion stadium in Kansas by 2031.
  • Potential tax reductions for players if Amendment 5 passes in Missouri.
  • Players currently save money under Missouri's tax structure.
  • Kansas taxes higher income than Missouri's current rate.
  • New stadium plans include an entertainment district.
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  • 12:15 PMYahoo SportsWhy Chiefs’ Move To Kansas Could Mean Less Income For Their Players
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Differences in tax code between Kansas and Missouri could result in less money for players or execs — especially if Amendment 5 passes, eliminating Missouri income tax.

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