How Cleveland's local tax is calculated
| Rate (resident, on gross wages) | 2.5% |
|---|---|
| Estimated annual local tax | $1,625 |
- Cleveland is estimated at the resident rate. Non-residents are often taxed at a different rate or not at all.
On a $65,000 salary, Cleveland's local tax adds an estimated $1,625 a year on top of Ohio state and federal tax, leaving $51,437 take-home.
| Rate (resident, on gross wages) | 2.5% |
|---|---|
| Estimated annual local tax | $1,625 |
Cleveland levies a 2.5% municipal income tax on gross compensation, administered by the Central Collection Agency (CCA) on the city's behalf.
Ohio’s tax treatment traces to Ohio Revised Code §5747.02 and §5747.025 — 2026 rate and exemption amounts. Sources were reviewed through August 9, 2026.
Read the calculation methodology