St. Louis, MO Payroll Tax Registration

Jun 27, 2025

If you are an employer in St. Louis, Missouri, 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 St. Louis

St. Louis, Missouri Local Earnings Tax Withholding and Payroll Expense Tax Setup for LLC, Corporation, LLP

Every employer with employees living or working in the City of St. Louis must withhold St. Louis City earnings tax on their gross earnings. In addition, city-resident employers must also withhold earnings taxes on all employees regardless of work location. Businesses in St. Louis must open an earnings tax account before operating in St. Louis. Unless exempted, only companies with employees working in the City of St. Louis must pay Payroll Expense tax.

  1. Apply for an Earning Tax Account

    Complete Form E-9, Application for Earning Account.

  2. Submit Your Earning Tax Account Application

    Mail your completed Form E-9 to the Earning Tax Department.

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St. Louis, MO Payroll Registration Agencies

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