Columbia, KY Payroll Tax Registration

Jan 22, 2026

If you are an employer in Columbia, 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 Columbia

Columbia, Kentucky Local Withholding Tax Setup for Professional Corporation, Corporation, LLP, LLC

Employers must register with the City of Columbia to withhold occupational tax from the qualifying wages of employees working within the city, even if they are remote.

  1. Complete an Occupational License Application

    Complete a City of Columbia Application for Payroll Occupational Tax.

  2. File Your Occupational License Application

    File your completed Application for Occupational Payroll Tax with the City of Columbia by email.

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Columbia, KY Payroll Registration Agencies

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