Sales of food and beverages are taxable if consumed on premises where sold. Bakery items are exempt in Ohio. Goods like furniture and vehicles are taxable. Groceries, medicine, and gasoline are exempt. Manufacturers are also exempt. Social Security is exempt from income tax. Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Dayton are considered good cities to retire in Ohio.
Miscellaneous Tax Facts
- Medical marijuana has a 10% tax plus $9.26 per gram.
- Use tax applies to items bought elsewhere but stored or used in Ohio.
- Permits must be filed online with the filing frequency based on liability.
- Purchases are exempt from sales tax in August from 4-6.
- Sales of food and beverages for consumption are taxable unless sold to-go as cold food, like ice cream.
- Bakery items are sales tax exempt in Ohio.
- Groceries, medicine, and gasoline are exempt.
- Manufacturers are also exempt.
Not Taxed Items in Ohio
- Seat time and alcohol training are not mandated.
- ServSafe training is recommended.
- Sales of parts for service contracts are exempt.
- Services include physical property.