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District of Columbiaworking inGeorgia
Standard — file nonresident return if onsite
Georgia
Work State Tax Rate
5.19% (2025), 5.09% (2026)
Withholding Starts
After 23 days OR $5,000 in income OR 5% of total wages
Law Last Updated
Jan 1, 2026
Employee Obligations (Which Returns YOU Must File)
If you physically work in Georgia, file a nonresident Georgia return (tax rate: 5.19% (2025), 5.09% (2026)). Then file your District of Columbia return and claim the Schedule U credit so you don't get taxed twice on the same income.
Employer Obligations (What Your Employer Must Withhold & Remit)
Register for withholding and unemployment. Unemployment applies to the first $9,500 of wages.
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Employee/Individual Tax Source: https://dor.georgia.gov/taxes
Employer/Withholding Source: https://dor.georgia.gov/taxes/withholding-tax-employers
Row last reviewed: Apr 27, 2026Home state credit form: Schedule U
This is general information, not tax or legal advice. Laws change frequently. Always consult a licensed CPA or tax attorney for your specific situation. All information researched as of March 21, 2026.