Columbus, OH variant. This is a Columbus, OH-specific version of the Income Tax Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Income Tax Calculator.
Income tax in Columbus combines federal, OH state, and a 2.5% city income tax.
Layers of income tax in Columbus
Columbus is among the cities that add a local income tax - 2.5% here - on top of OH state and federal tax. That makes Columbus one of the higher total-tax jurisdictions in the country.
Combine all layers to find your true marginal rate on the next dollar earned.
About Columbus, OH
Columbus imposes a municipal income tax on wages earned in the city, in addition to Ohio state income tax.
Columbus offers affordable home prices and rents relative to many large cities, supporting accessible homeownership.
Columbus's economy is anchored by its role as the Ohio state capital, a major public university, and growing insurance, finance, and technology sectors.
Worked example: local tax on $62,994
Columbus's 2.5% city tax on $62,994 ≈ $1,575, before OH state and federal tax.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $235,000
- Median rent: $1,450/mo
- Median household income: $62,994
- Local sales tax: 7.5%
- City income tax: 2.5%
- Effective property tax rate: 1.62%
- Cost of living index: 91 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Columbus have a local income tax?
Yes - 2.5%, on top of OH state and federal tax.
What taxes apply to Columbus residents?
Federal, OH state, and a 2.5% city income tax.