Clinton County, KY Payroll Tax Registration

Dec 23, 2025

If you are an employer in Clinton County, Kentucky, it is important to be aware of the local payroll tax requirements for businesses operating in the city. These requirements may include registering your business with the city and withholding a certain percentage of your employees' wages for local taxes.

How to Register for Payroll Tax in Clinton County

Clinton County, Kentucky Local Withholding Tax Setup for Professional Corporation, LLC, LLP, Corporation

Employers must register with the Clinton County Occupational Tax Office to withhold occupational tax from the qualifying wages of employees working within the county, even if they are remote.

  1. Request a Business License Application

    Request a Business License Application from the Clinton County Occupational Tax Office by email.

  2. Complete a Business License Application

    Complete a Business License Application after receiving it from the Clinton County Occupational Tax Office.

  3. File Your Business License Application

    File your completed Business License Application with the Clinton County Occupational Tax Office by email.

Documents and Resources

Clinton County, KY Payroll Registration Agencies

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Register for payroll taxes with the state of Kentucky

Agencies in Kentucky

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