Income Tax and Payment Information

2009 tax forms are available on-line.

Welcome to the City of Lansing Income Tax on-line office.  The Income Tax Office administers the CIty of Lansing Income Tax Ordinance, which was adopted in 1964. 

I asked my auditors for some of the frequently asked questions and areas that people have the most trouble with on their returns.  Here is their response to me.  We also have our list of the Top 10 mistakes people make preparing their tax returns. 

Please note - at this time the City of Lansing does not accept e-filed returns.   Lansing tax returns are due on or before April 30th.  

I hope you find this information helpful.  

- Antonia Kraus

 Employers: Please see our  Employer Withholding page for more information.   

Quick Facts

City Tax Rates Individual Resident - 1% 
Individual Non-Resident  - 0.5% 
Corporate  - 1.0%
Exemptions $600 
Tax Return Filing Date On or Before April 30th 
Estimated Payment Due Dates for Current Tax Year On or Before April 30th, June 30th, September 30th, January 31st. 
 

Income tax forms both for residents and non-residents can be obtained during tax season at these locations:

  • On-Line Forms
  • First Floor lobby of City Hall ? 124 W. Michigan Avenue
  • Lansing Capital Area District Library ? 401 S. Capitol Avenue
  • Main Post Office on Collins Road
  • By Mail - please call 517.483.4114

Income Tax Payments

The City will accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express or Electronic Check for the payment of Income Taxes. There is a  3% convenience fee for credit card payments; however, there is no convenience fee for electronic checks. City NSF charges will be added for all returned checks.

Payments are processed through Official Payments Corporation.  The City does not receive credit card or check information.  Official Payments retains the convenience fees.

Phone

  1. Call 1.800.272.9829
  2. Select Option #3
  3. Enter Jurisdiction Code: 7037
  4. Select Prompt # 4 (payment of Income Tax)
  5. Follow the messages, entering data as directed
  6. Wait for Confirmation Number

Internet:

www.officialpayments.com
click on "Make a Payment"
click on "Local Payment",
Enter jurisdiction code 7037
Select "Income Tax" from the drop down list
Complete the information as shown.