Georgia

Q: Employer Obligations (What Your Employer Must Withhold & Remit)

Register for withholding and unemployment. Unemployment applies to the first $9,500 of wages.

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 Ohio return and claim the Ohio IT 1040 Schedule of Credits credit so you don't get taxed twice on the same income.

Employer Obligations (What Your Employer Must Withhold & Remit)

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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: Ohio IT 1040 Schedule of Credits

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.