Whitley County, KY Payroll Tax Registration

Oct 15, 2025

If you are an employer in Whitley 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 Whitley County

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

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

Complete an Occupational Tax Application
Complete a Whitley County Occupational Tax Application form.
File Your Occupational Tax Application
File your completed Whitley County Occupational Tax Application form by mail with the Whitley County Tax Administrator.

Documents and Resources

Occupational Tax - Whitley County Occupational Tax Administrator

Whitley County, KY Payroll Registration Agencies

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