Ohio Hourly Paycheck Calculator

Ohio payroll taxes

A typical Ohio paycheck includes federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, Ohio state income tax, possible school district income tax, and often municipal (city/village) tax. Many cities use regional agencies (RITA/CCA) for collection. Employers fund Ohio unemployment insurance (SUTA), FUTA, workers’ compensation, and must keep required postings/records. Pretax benefits—401(k)/403(b)/457(b), HSA, FSA, commuter/transit, and Section 125 premiums—can reduce taxable wages when plan-eligible.

• Employee (federal): Income tax (IRS W-4), Social Security, Medicare, Additional Medicare for high earners.
• Employee (state/local): Ohio state withholding (IT 4 elections), municipal tax (workplace and/or residence rules), and school district tax where applicable.
• Employer: Ohio SUTA; FUTA; workers’ comp; local registrations (e.g., RITA/CCA) for withholding.
• Pretax deductions: May lower federal/state taxable wages and, when eligible, FICA; municipal/school district treatment varies.

How Your Ohio Paycheck Works

Your net equals gross hourly wages (regular, overtime, tips, differentials, bonuses) minus pretax deductions; then minus FICA, federal income tax, Ohio state withholding, any school district tax, and municipal tax based on worksite/residence rules. The calculator itemizes hours, rates, taxable wages, all withholdings, deductions, credits, and final take-home.

• Inputs: Hourly rate, hours, overtime, tips, pay frequency, filing status, dependents/credits, residence city/district, work city, deductions.
• Outputs: Line-by-line FICA, federal, Ohio state, municipal, school district, deductions, and estimated net pay.
• Supplemental pay: Compare flat vs. aggregate federal methods; model municipal/school district impacts on bonuses/commissions.

Ohio Income unemployment tax rate — 10 Years (Employer SUTA)

Replace placeholders with official Ohio Department of Job and Family Services figures (taxable wage base, experience-rated range, new-employer rate) before publishing.

Ohio salary threshold

Ohio follows FLSA plus state rules. Exempt status requires passing the duties tests and meeting the applicable salary-basis threshold; titles alone don’t create exemption. Confirm state minimum wage (adjusted annually), tip-credit/service-charge rules, and any industry-specific standards when classifying roles and calculating overtime.

Median Household Income: Ohio — 10 Years

Insert the latest U.S. Census/ACS one-year (or five-year) estimates for Ohio before publishing.

Ohio Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA)

FICA is federal and applies in Ohio: employees pay Social Security and Medicare; employers match both. Above a federal threshold, Additional Medicare tax is withheld from employees (no employer match). Eligible pretax benefits (e.g., Section 125 health premiums) can reduce FICA-taxable wages depending on plan rules.

Number of cities that have local income taxes

50-word description: Ohio has hundreds of municipalities and several school districts that levy income taxes. Employers typically withhold tax for the workplace city; residents may owe additional tax to their home city/school district, often with credits for tax paid elsewhere. Rates, credits, and filing requirements vary by jurisdiction/agency (RITA/CCA or city).

Illustrative Ohio local wage/income tax table (verify current rates before use)

Ohio Wage and Hour Laws: Overtime, Pay Frequency

• Overtime: Most non-exempt workers earn 1.5× the regular rate after 40 hours/week (FLSA baseline; Ohio has no daily OT rule).
• Pay frequency: Employers must pay on a regular, predictable schedule (weekly, biweekly, or semimonthly) with itemized wage statements.
• Minimum wage/tips: Ohio sets a state minimum wage (adjusted annually) and a tipped wage with tip-credit rules—verify current thresholds.

Additional Ohio forms

• IRS Form W-4 (federal withholding elections).
• Ohio Form IT 4 (Employee’s Withholding Exemption Certificate).
• School district withholding setup where applicable; municipal registration (RITA/CCA/city) for employer withholding.
• Form I-9 employment eligibility; Ohio new-hire reporting.
• Direct deposit authorization; benefits enrollment (401(k), HSA, FSA, transit, insurance).
• Ohio unemployment (employer) account registration; required posters.

FAQs about the Ohio Hourly Paycheck Calculator

How do I use the Ohio Hourly Paycheck Calculator?

Enter hourly rate, hours, overtime, tips, pay frequency, filing status, dependents/credits, residence city/school district, work city, and pretax/post-tax deductions. The calculator applies FICA, federal, Ohio state, municipal, and school district withholding to produce a line-by-line net estimate.

Why is there a city tax on my Ohio pay stub?

Many Ohio municipalities tax wages. Employers withhold the workplace city tax; if you reside in a taxing city, you may also owe resident tax, often with a credit for tax paid to the workplace city.

How do school district taxes affect my paycheck?

Some Ohio school districts impose a resident income tax. If you live in one, your employer may withhold it (if set up) or you’ll pay via estimated payments/return. The calculator can model school district withholding when you provide your district.

Which form controls my Ohio state withholding?

Form IT 4 controls Ohio state withholding. Use it alongside your IRS W-4. Provide accurate residency and dependent information; update after life changes for correct withholding.

How should I enter overtime, shift differentials, tips, and bonuses?

Input overtime at 1.5× when eligible; add differentials and reported tips; enter bonuses as supplemental wages so federal, state, municipal, and district calculations reflect the correct methods.

Why did my Ohio paycheck change this period?

Common reasons: variable hours/tips, overtime/bonus, updated W-4/IT 4, benefit changes, moving cities or into a taxing school district, or annual tax-table updates. Compare current and prior stubs line by line.

Does the calculator work for nonresidents working in Ohio?

Yes. Ohio withholding applies to Ohio-sourced wages for nonresidents. Municipal taxes are usually based on the worksite city; your home state may offer credits. The calculator can model these scenarios.

Can pretax benefits increase my take-home?

Yes. 401(k)/403(b)/457(b), HSA, FSA, and Section 125 premiums can reduce taxable wages, lowering income tax and, when eligible, FICA. Municipal/school district impacts depend on each jurisdiction’s rules.

How are tips treated in Ohio paycheck calculations?

Reported tips are taxable for federal, FICA, and state/municipal purposes where applicable. Include cash and charged tips to ensure correct withholding and compliance with tip-credit rules.

How do multiple jobs affect my Ohio withholding?

Use IRS multiple-jobs guidance and ensure IT 4 reflects your situation. Model each job separately, especially if they’re in different cities or if only one job is in a taxing school district.

What is Additional Medicare tax and when does it apply?

After you exceed the federal threshold, your employer withholds Additional Medicare on the excess. There’s no employer match; it appears beside regular Medicare on your pay stub.

Are bonuses and commissions taxed differently?

They’re supplemental wages. Employers may use a flat federal supplemental rate or aggregate with regular wages; Ohio state, municipal, and school district withholding still apply based on rules and your residence/work locations.

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