Mercer County, KY Payroll Tax Registration

Apr 9, 2026

If you are an employer in Mercer 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 Mercer County

Mercer County, Kentucky Local Occupational Tax License Setup for Professional Corporation, PLLC, LLP, LLC, Corporation

If you have employees working from Mercer County, Kentucky, you may be subject to local occupational tax and must register for an occupational tax license.

  1. Complete the Occupational License Fee and Net Profit Questionnaire

    Download and fill out the Occupational License Fee and Net Profit Questionnaire.

  2. Submit the Occupational License Fee and Net Profit Questionnaire

    After filling out the Occupational License Fee and Net Profit Questionnaire, email it to the county's tax administrator. The Tax administrator will assign you an Occupational Account Number.

Documents and Resources

Mercer County, KY Payroll Registration Agencies

Use Mosey to register for payroll accounts in Mercer County.

Register for payroll taxes with the state of Kentucky

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