Ohio Local Income Tax
Ohio is unique in having nearly all its cities levy a local income tax (RITA system). Columbus charges 2.5%, which appears as a separate deduction on your paystub. This is in addition to Ohio's state income tax.
Ohio is unique in having nearly all its cities levy a local income tax (RITA system). Columbus charges 2.5%, which appears as a separate deduction on your paystub. This is in addition to Ohio's state income tax.
Columbus has a rapidly growing tech industry with companies like Root Insurance, CoverMyMeds, and the expansion of Intel's chip manufacturing plant in nearby New Albany.
RITA stands for Regional Income Tax Agency. It collects local income taxes on behalf of most Ohio municipalities.
Columbus levies a 2.5% local income tax on all wages earned within city limits.