Springfield, MI Payroll Tax Registration

Jun 5, 2025

If you are an employer in Springfield, Michigan, 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 Springfield

Springfield, Michigan Local City Income Tax Setup for Corporation, LLC, LLP

Employers must withhold City Income Tax from their employees' salaries, bonuses, wages, commissions, and other compensations for any employee working from the City of Springfield. Businesses must register with the city if the tax is applicable.

  1. Register for Employer Withholding

    Complete the Employer Withholding Registration for the City of Springfield online.

  2. Activate Your Tax Account Online

    After registering your business with the Income Tax Department, you will receive a Springfield withholding tax account number. Visit the Income Tax Department's Employer Withholding Tool and use your account number to activate your withholding tax account.

Documents and Resources

Springfield, MI Payroll Registration Agencies

Use Mosey to register for payroll accounts in Springfield.

Register for payroll taxes with the state of Michigan

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