Ohio Income Tax

Ohio uses a flat income tax rate applied to all taxable income. Combined with federal tax, this determines your total income tax burden.

Why It Matters

Understanding Ohio's income tax structure helps you accurately estimate take-home pay, compare compensation across states, and plan for your total tax burden.

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How It Works

The calculator computes both your federal and Ohio state income tax to show your combined tax burden. Enter your taxable income to see the breakdown.

Example

Single filer • $100,000 taxable income • 2026

Federal

$16,712

16.71%

Ohio

$2,750

2.75%

Combined

$19,462

19.46%

Resources

Ohio Tax Authority

Official Ohio state tax information, forms, and filing resources.

Source: Ohio Department of Taxation

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Ohio's flat tax work?

Ohio uses a flat 2.75% rate on all taxable income. Unlike progressive systems, every dollar is taxed at the same rate regardless of how much you earn.

Is Ohio's income tax in addition to federal tax?

Yes. You pay both federal income tax and Ohio state income tax. This calculator shows your combined total tax burden from both.

What is Ohio's top income tax rate?

Ohio's income tax rate is 2.75% (flat rate). Since it's a flat tax, this is both your marginal and effective state rate.