Ohio Pay Stub Generator
Ohio changed twice recently. The Pay Stub Protection Act (House Bill 106) made pay stubs mandatory from April 9, 2025, and from January 1, 2026 the state income tax became a flat 2.75% on income over $26,050.
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Creating a Ohio pay stub
Most Ohio employees also pay a municipal income tax, and some pay a school district income tax. This generator starts with Ohio selected; pick your city under Local Income Tax (Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati and others, or enter a rate).
Pay Stub Information
Tax rates last updated October 22, 2026. Sources: IRS, SSA, state tax agencies and Tax Foundation.
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Does Ohio require pay stubs?
Yes. Since April 9, 2025, employers must provide a statement of earnings and deductions for each pay period on the regular payday. An employee who doesn't get one can request it in writing, and the employer has 10 days to provide it.
Law: Ohio Revised Code §4113.14 (Pay Stub Protection Act, HB 106)
Paper or electronic: Written, electronic, or access to an electronic statement.
What a Ohio pay stub must show
- Employee name and address
- Employer name
- Gross and net wages
- Each deduction or addition, with amount and purpose
- Pay date and pay period
- For hourly employees: total hours, hourly rate, and hours over 40 in a workweek
Ohio payroll deductions in 2026
| Line on the stub | 2026 rule |
|---|---|
| Social Security | 6.2% of wages up to $184,500 |
| Medicare | 1.45% of all wages, plus 0.9% once wages pass $200,000 |
| Federal income tax | Based on the employee's Form W-4 and IRS Publication 15-T |
| OH state income tax | Flat 2.75% on income over $26,050 from 2026. Updated withholding tables apply to wages paid from August 1, 2026. |
| Municipal income tax | Levied by about 600 cities and villages, for example Columbus at 2.5%. |
| School district income tax | Applies in some districts, based on where the employee lives. |
Ohio take-home pay calculator
Ohio tax uses 2026 brackets and deductions.
| Per paycheck | Amount | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $2,307.69 | $60,000.00 |
| Federal income tax | -$193.08 | -$5,020.08 |
| Ohio income tax | -$35.91 | -$933.66 |
| Social Security (6.2%) | -$143.08 | -$3,720.08 |
| Medicare (1.45%) | -$33.46 | -$869.96 |
Estimate using 2026 federal brackets and the standard deduction for your filing status, with no extra withholding or other credits. Social Security is 6.2% up to $184,500 a year; Medicare is 1.45% plus 0.9% on wages over $200,000. Local taxes (such as NYC or county taxes) are not included, except Maryland county tax, which is withheld with the state tax. Not tax advice.
Tax rates last updated October 22, 2026. Sources: IRS, SSA, state tax agencies and Tax Foundation.
Ohio minimum wage
$11.00 per hour in 2026 for employers with gross receipts over $405,000; smaller employers and 14 and 15-year-olds use the federal $7.25.
Ohio pay stub FAQ
Does Ohio require pay stubs now?
Yes. The Pay Stub Protection Act (HB 106, Ohio Revised Code §4113.14) took effect April 9, 2025. Employers must provide a written or electronic statement of earnings and deductions every pay period.
What is the Ohio income tax rate for 2026?
Ohio moved to a flat 2.75% rate on income over $26,050 starting January 1, 2026.
What is the Ohio minimum wage in 2026?
$11.00 per hour for non-tipped employees of businesses with gross receipts over $405,000, and $5.50 for tipped employees.
Important Legal Information
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PayStub Guru is an independent software service. We are not affiliated with any: banks, employers, government agencies, tax authorities (IRS, HMRC, CRA, ATO, LHDN), financial institutions, or payroll companies. We do not verify employment or income. We provide software tools only.
Yes, it is completely legal to use a pay stub generator for legitimate purposes such as record-keeping, bookkeeping, or understanding payroll calculations. However, using generated pay stubs for fraudulent purposes (like misrepresenting income for loans or apartments) is illegal and constitutes fraud.
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