Lincoln County, KY Payroll Tax Registration

Nov 6, 2025

If you are an employer in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County

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

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

  1. Complete an Application for Tax Account Number

    Complete a Lincoln County Registration Application for Tax Account Number form.

  2. File Your Application for Tax Account Number

    File your completed Registration Application for Tax Account Number form with the Lincoln County Occupational Tax Office by email.

Documents and Resources

Lincoln County, KY Payroll Registration Agencies

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Register for payroll taxes with the state of Kentucky

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