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Residents of Cincinnati pay a flat city income tax of 2.10% on earned income, in addition to the Ohio income tax and the Federal income tax. Nonresidents who work in Cincinnati also pay a local income tax of 2.10%, the same as the local income tax paid by residents.

If you filed your state tax online and chose direct deposit for your refund, you should get your money less than two weeks after filing. Taxpayers who mailed in their returns, however, should receive their refunds within two to three months.

Filing Requirements If your wages are fully withheld, you do not need to file a tax return with our office. Each resident engaged in business whether or not tax is due must file a tax return. Business activity includes rental property, short term rentals, sole proprietorship (Schedule C), partnership, and corporations.

To set up an account with the City of Cincinnati Income Tax Division you will need to complete the New Account Application and send to our office by fax to (513) 352-2542 or e-mail to the following - tax.webmaster@cincinnati-oh.gov. You can also register for an account online at https://web2.civicacmi.com/Cincinnati.

Filing Requirements If your wages are fully withheld, you do not need to file a tax return with our office. Each resident engaged in business whether or not tax is due must file a tax return. Business activity includes rental property, short term rentals, sole proprietorship (Schedule C), partnership, and corporations.

Do I have to file a return? What is the tax rate? Anyone who lives or works in Cincinnati is subject to the 1.8% income tax regardless of age or income level. A tax return is required unless the taxpayer is an employee whose only taxable income are wages, and the employer withholds the Cincinnati income tax.

Electronic registration is available online through the Ohio Business Gateway. The paper registration form, CAT 1, can be downloaded at Tax Forms or requested by calling 1-800-282-1782. A use tax is similar to sales tax in its application.