Do amish pay taxes?

[maria]

I’ve heard that the Amish community has some unique rules, and I’m curious—do they pay the same taxes as other U.S. citizens? Are there any exceptions or special circumstances for things like Social Security or income taxes?

 

[jainnorton]

Yes, the Amish pay taxes, including income, property, and sales taxes. They are exempt from Social Security taxes due to religious objections but don’t receive benefits.

 

[jatin]

Yes, the Amish do pay taxes like other U.S. citizens, including income, property, and sales taxes. However, due to their religious beliefs, they are exempt from paying Social Security and Medicare taxes if they are self-employed because they do not accept government benefits. Amish employees working for non-Amish employers still have Social Security taxes withheld.

 

[deepak]

Yes, Amish people do pay taxes, but there are some exceptions based on their religious beliefs and lifestyle. The Amish are subject to the same federal, state, and local taxes as other Americans, but their exemption status or specific rules vary depending on the type of tax.

 

[danisjohn]

Yes, the Amish pay most taxes, including income, property, sales, and state taxes. However, they are exempt from Social Security and Medicare taxes due to religious beliefs, as long as they don’t accept benefits. Their self-sufficient lifestyle aligns with their exemption from government assistance programs. They contribute like other citizens.