Ohio’s Reciprocal Tax Agreements

Many Americans do whatever they have to when it comes to finding stable employment. This can even include crossing state borders to work, though sometimes this can lead to a more complex tax situation. In an effort to simplify tax time for interstate commuters, some states have set agreements so the employee only has to file taxes in their state.

has one of these agreements, known as reciprocal , for workers who live in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Pennsylvania, or . Any wages earned by taxpayers in these states are not subject to Ohio income tax, with the submission of Form IT-4NR to the Buckeye State .

Reciprocal agreements only cover , meaning non-employment income is still subject to Ohio income tax. Non employment income can include:

  • Interest
  • from personal property sales
  • Rental income
  • Income from partnerships, LLCs, and S-Corporations
  • Income from services or consulting work performed in state

If you have any of these forms of income from Ohio, you will need to file a tax return for both your home state and Ohio. Additionally, if you are not a resident of one of the aforementioned states, and you have earned income in Ohio, you will need to file two . However, you can usually file for a credit of the overpayment.

Reciprocity is an important part of tax time for several Americans who into another state for work, and can save time and stress for many taxpayers.