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1. What is the current tax rate?

The current tax rate is 2% 

Monroe homeowners and their qualified dependents receive a .5% credit reducing the tax rate to 1.5%

2. What is the homeowner exemption?

Individuals that own a home in Monroe, reside in that home, and pay property tax on the home and their qualified dependents are exempt from the .5% tax rate increase. Qualifying for this exemption limits the tax rate and credit to 1.5%

3. Can I drop off my documents to have my tax return completed?

Yes. 

The City of Monroe Tax Office provides local filing for residents at no cost. Penalties and interest apply for any outstanding tax liability not paid by the due date. 

Please refer to the Required Tax Documents for information on what the Tax Office requires for processing. 

4. When will my return be completed?

Due to the volume of returns mailed in and dropped off, the Tax Office processes those returns that are eligible for a refund first, in the order they have been received, followed by all other returns. This can cause a delay for those that may have a tax liability and can result in higher penalty and interest for unpaid tax liabilities.

5. When can I expect my refund?

We know that receiving refunds in a timely manner is important to our taxpayers.  We process refund requests in the order received and strive to issue refunds within 90 days of receipt of all required documents. If a return is missing required documents, the auditor sends a letter to the taxpayer requesting any additional information needed to complete the return. This may result in a delay depending upon when the taxpayer submits the requested documents.

6. Are students exempt from paying City income taxes?

No. The City of Monroe has mandatory filing for all residents.

7. When are estimated payments required?

As required by Ohio Legislature, whenever a taxpayer owes more than $200 in a tax year, the taxpayer will be required to make estimated payments. This calculation is determined based upon the prior year's income and employer's withholding amounts. If your employer is withholding the proper amount from your paycheck, you are not required to pay estimates. 

8. When are the quarterly estimates due?

April 15th, June 15th, September 15th, and January 15th

9. Are retired persons required to file and pay City of Monroe taxes?

Retirees are required to file every three years unless they have earned income. If retirees have earned income they must file annually.

The current filing year for retired residents is 2018. The next filing year is 2021.

Please refer to Information for Retirees for more information. 

10. What do I do if I receive an assessment?

If you have received an assessment, it is recommended that you contact the tax office immediately.  If you would like to appeal the assessment, the instructions are included on the back side of your assessment letter.

11. Can I amend my return?

Yes. Returns can be amended within 60 days of the amended Federal or State final determination with the limitation of 3 years after the return was filed or due (whichever is later)

If the return was assessed, the amended return must be received within 60 days of the assessment.

12. If I only lived in Monroe for part of the year, do I still need to file a return?

Yes. A return is required to be filed. The return will be prorated according to the number of months the taxpayer is a Monroe resident. All income and withholding earned/paid in Monroe will not be prorated.

13. What are the due dates for withholding payments?

Monthly withholding payments are due on the 15th of the following month. 

Quarterly withholding payments are due:
Quarter 1, 2019 is due on 04-30-19
Quarter 2, 2019 is due on 07-31-19
Quarter 3, 2019 is due on 10-31-19
Quarter 4, 2019 is due on 01-31-20

Semimonthly withholding payments are due 3 banking days after the end of each period.