Who needs to pay New York City tax?


Who needs to pay New York City tax? People, trusts, and estates must pay the New York City Personal Income Tax if they earn income in the City. The tax is collected by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance (DTF). The tax usually shows up as a separate line on pay stubs.


What is considered a NYC employee?

Who's considered a New York City employee? You are considered a NYC employee if you are employed in a New York City Government agencies such as NYPD, FDNY, Department of Finance, Department of Sanitation, etc


Why do I have to pay US taxes if I live abroad?

In general, yes — Americans must pay U.S. taxes on foreign income. The U.S. is one of only two countries in the world where taxes are based on citizenship, not place of residency. If you're considered a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident, you pay income tax regardless where the income was earned.