Find an accountant or CPA in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania's state income tax is low and flat, but local taxes make it more complicated than it looks. Most people also pay a local earned income tax, and Philadelphia has its own wage tax. Here is how to check a Pennsylvania CPA and what to ask.

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Checking a Pennsylvania CPA

CPAs are licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Accountancy, part of the Department of State, which has an online license verification service. CPAverify.org works too. Look for an active license and any disciplinary actions.

Pennsylvania taxes, state and local

State personal income tax: a flat 3.07% on most types of income.
Local earned income tax: most municipalities and school districts levy a local tax on earned income, collected by local tax collectors. Which rate applies depends on where you live and work.
Philadelphia has its own wage tax and business taxes, with different rates for residents and non-residents.
Sales tax: 6% statewide, with an extra 1% in Allegheny County and 2% in Philadelphia.

Who to hire

If you have one job and live where you work, a tax preparer may be all you need. If you work from home for an employer elsewhere, run a business or own rental property, a CPA who knows Pennsylvania's local taxes can save you from paying twice or missing a local return.

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What is the Pennsylvania income tax rate?

Pennsylvania has a flat personal income tax of 3.07%. Most residents also pay a local earned income tax to their municipality and school district.

How do I verify a CPA in Pennsylvania?

Use the Pennsylvania Department of State's license verification for the State Board of Accountancy, or CPAverify.org, and check the license is active.

What is the sales tax rate in Pennsylvania?

6% statewide, plus 1% in Allegheny County and 2% in Philadelphia.

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