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posted Jun 6, 2019 4:15:23 AM

Do RSUs count as wages?

I'm trying to estimate my withholdings, and I'm at the part where it says to enter my wages and self-employment income for 2017. Are RSUs included in wages?

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Expert Alumni
Jun 6, 2019 4:15:25 AM

Yes.  RSU are considered wages and are taxable at the time of vesting.  They are subject to payroll tax.  The value of the RSUs will be included in box 1 of your W-2.


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Expert Alumni
Jun 6, 2019 4:15:25 AM

Yes.  RSU are considered wages and are taxable at the time of vesting.  They are subject to payroll tax.  The value of the RSUs will be included in box 1 of your W-2.