Are you a business owner in DC? Then you’ve come to the right place! Here you’ll find guidance on how to start a business, fund your business, operate your business, hire employees, file for taxes, stay compliant in your state, and more.
Bookmark this page and keep checking back to track new legislation and developments in DC that may affect your company. Now, let’s dive in!
How to register your business in the state of DC
First thing is first: Here is how you register your new business in DC.
Find funding for your DC-based business
Every business, whether new or established, requires funding. Luckily, there are business loans and grants specifically designed for DC-based businesses. Check out the DC business funding page to find a loan or grant that’s a fit for your company.
How to file and pay business taxes in DC
Navigating the tax landscape can be complex—especially for busy business owners. Here is an up-to-date tax guide for California businesses.
Managing employees in DC
- Here’s your guide to hiring employees in Washington DC.
- Are you calculating employee paychecks? Use this DC salary paycheck calculator to determine withholdings and calculate take-home pay for your employees in DC. (We do the math for you.)
- Need to calculate hourly employee paychecks? We’ve got a DC hourly paycheck calculator, too.
- Check out our salary data by job type for DC employees.
| Minimum wage in DC | SUI tax rate in DC | DC DOL website |
| $17 per hour $6.00minimum tipped wage per hour | New employer tax rate: 2.7% Tax rate range: 1% – 7.4% Wage base: $9,000 | Department of Employer Services |