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Ohio does have a state income tax, and for 2025 it uses a progressive structure with three brackets. The first $26,050 of Ohio taxable income is taxed at 0%. Income from $26,051 to $100,000 is taxed at 2.75%, and income above $100,000 is taxed at 3.125% — one of the lower top marginal rates in states that do levy income tax.
Compared to no-tax states like Florida or Texas, Ohio workers do give up a slice of each paycheck to the state. However, Ohio's rates are considerably lower than high-tax states like California (up to 13.3%) or New York (up to 10.9%), which softens the hit on middle-income earners.
Beyond Ohio state tax, every paycheck is also subject to federal income tax (10%–37% depending on income and filing status) and FICA payroll taxes — Social Security at 6.2% and Medicare at 1.45%. Many Ohio municipalities also levy a local income tax ranging from 0.5% to 3%, so your actual take-home will vary based on your city or village.
Worked example — $75,000 annual salary: Ohio state tax on $75,000 would be roughly $1,347 (on the $48,950 above the $26,050 threshold at 2.75%). Federal withholding, Social Security, and Medicare together remove roughly $17,000–$18,000 more, putting estimated annual take-home near $56,000–$58,000 before local taxes — or about $4,650–$4,850 per month.
Use this calculator for a quick estimate. Actual results depend on filing status, pre-tax deductions, and local tax.
Practical example — Ohio
An Ohio resident earning $75,000 per year pays approximately $1,347 in state income tax — an effective Ohio state rate of about 1.8% — leaving an estimated $56,500–$58,000 take-home after federal tax and FICA, before any local municipal tax.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
Does Ohio have a state income tax?
Yes. Ohio has a progressive state income tax for 2025. Income up to $26,050 is taxed at 0%, income from $26,051 to $100,000 at 2.75%, and income above $100,000 at 3.125%. Starting in 2026, Ohio moves to a flat 2.75% rate for all income above $26,050.
How much is taken out of a paycheck in Ohio?
For a $75,000 salary, expect roughly $1,300–$1,400 in Ohio state income tax annually, plus federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), and potentially a local municipal tax of 0.5%–3% depending on your city.
Does Ohio have local city income taxes?
Yes — this is a major Ohio-specific factor. Over 600 Ohio municipalities levy their own income taxes, typically between 0.5% and 3%. Major cities like Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati all have local taxes that are withheld directly from your paycheck alongside state tax.
Is Ohio moving to a flat income tax?
Yes. Ohio's H.B. 96 (signed June 2025) simplifies the system starting in tax year 2026: all income above $26,050 will be taxed at a flat 2.75%, eliminating the higher 3.125% bracket. The 0% rate below $26,050 remains.
How does Ohio's income tax compare to neighboring states?
Ohio's top rate of 3.125% (2025) is lower than Pennsylvania's flat 3.07%—actually very similar—and well below Kentucky's flat 4.0% or West Virginia's progressive rates up to 6.5%. Indiana has a lower flat rate near 3.0%. Compared to no-tax states like Florida or Tennessee, Ohio workers do pay more in state tax.