Columbus, OH Taxes 2025
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Columbus Tax Overview 2025
Columbus has local income tax. OBBBA federal deductions help offset.
Local Income Tax
2.5%
City/county rate
Sales Tax
7.50%
State + local
Property Tax
1.58%
Effective rate
Median Home
$225,000
Home value
State Tax Information
Columbus is located in Ohio (0% - 3.75% state income tax)
💼 Columbus Local Income Tax
Columbus imposes a local income tax of 2.5% on residents. This is in addition to any state income tax you may owe to Ohio.
Local income taxes are common in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and a few other states. They're typically withheld from your paycheck if you work in Columbus, regardless of where you live.
Total Income Tax Burden in Columbus
🛒 Columbus Sales Tax 2025
The combined sales tax rate in Columbus is 7.50%. This includes both the Ohio sales tax and any local sales taxes.
Sales tax applies to most retail purchases in Columbus. Some items like groceries, prescription medications, and clothing may be exempt or taxed at reduced rates depending on Ohio law.
Sales Tax Breakdown
Sales Tax Examples
| Purchase Amount | Sales Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $50 | $3.75 | $53.75 |
| $100 | $7.50 | $107.50 |
| $500 | $37.50 | $537.50 |
| $1,000 | $75.00 | $1,075.00 |
🏠 Columbus Property Tax 2025
The average effective property tax rate in Columbus is 1.58%. Based on the median home value of $225,000, the typical homeowner pays approximately $3,555 per year in property taxes.
Property taxes fund local services including schools, police, fire departments, roads, and parks. Rates vary by specific location within Columbus based on school district and other taxing authorities.
Estimated Annual Property Tax in Columbus
| Home Value | Annual Tax | Monthly | SALT Deductible? |
|---|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | $3,160 | $263 | ✓ Yes |
| $300,000 | $4,740 | $395 | ✓ Yes |
| $400,000 | $6,320 | $527 | ✓ Yes |
| $500,000 | $7,900 | $658 | ✓ Yes |
| $750,000 | $11,850 | $988 | ✓ Yes |
| $1,000,000 | $15,800 | $1,317 | ✓ Yes |
💡 SALT Tip: Under the OBBBA, you can deduct up to $40,000 in state and local taxes (SALT) on your federal return. This includes property taxes, state income taxes, and local income taxes.
💰 Columbus Cost of Living
Housing Costs
Tax Summary
OBBBA Tax Benefits for Columbus Residents
Local income tax makes OBBBA federal deductions particularly valuable.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law on July 4, 2025, introduced several federal tax deductions that can significantly reduce your tax burden as a Columbus resident.
Available OBBBA Deductions:
Calculate Your Columbus Tax Savings
Use our free OBBBA calculator to see exactly how much you could save on your 2025 federal taxes as a Columbus resident.
Calculate My SavingsFrequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax in Columbus?
The combined sales tax rate in Columbus is 7.50%. This includes both state and local sales taxes.
Does Columbus have a local income tax?
Columbus has a local income tax of 2.5%. This is in addition to any state and federal income taxes.
What is the property tax rate in Columbus?
The average effective property tax rate in Columbus is 1.58%. On a home worth $225,000, you'd pay approximately $3,555 per year.
How do OBBBA deductions benefit Columbus residents?
Local income tax makes OBBBA federal deductions particularly valuable. You can use our free calculator to estimate your total savings from tips, overtime, auto loan interest, SALT, and senior bonus deductions.