Tax year 2025 $200 1099-NEC received for after school tutoring. Am I responsible for taxes and SS/Medicare tax for employer & employee?

djthul0301 · ‎March 5, 2026

Vanessa A · ‎March 6, 2026

No. You will still need to report this income as self-employment income, but because it is lower than $400, you will not pay Medicare and SS tax on it.

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Vanessa A · ‎March 6, 2026

No. You will still need to report this income as self-employment income, but because it is lower than $400, you will not pay Medicare and SS tax on it.

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Tax year 2025 $200 1099-NEC received for after school tutoring. Am I responsible for taxes and SS/Medicare tax for employer & employee?