are government jobs free from tax - like if u work for the government, then is it true that they dont cut?

Question

do gov't jobs not take off tax from your salary (isnt it like 1/3)
im an intern at nasa and they dont tax my stipend b/c the lady said that since this is the govt - that would be illegal

what about for city jobs and state jobs?

Answer 1

My boss is an astronaut, and they tax her wages. A stipend is different than actual wages, and is not taxed. It is like receiving car mileage allowance. I get that, and I am not taxed on it. Students receive stipends when they have student loans, and these are not taxed.

This is what a stipend is:

A stipend is a form of payment or salary, such as for an internship or apprenticeship. Stipends are usually lower than what would be expected as a permanent salary for similar work. This is because the stipend is complemented by other benefits such as accreditation, instruction, work experience, food, accommodation, and personal satisfaction. Universities usually refer to money paid to graduate research assistants as a stipend, rather than as wages, to reflect complementary benefits.

Answer 2

Intern stipends may not be considered income. It may be something like reimbursement for work related expenses which is not taxable. Government workers pay at least Federal Income Tax on their wages.

Even the President of the US pays income taxes.

Answer 3

I work for the goverment and believe me when i say they tax you just like every one else. You may get discounts on some purchases but not much. I think a stipend is a little more different. That is like some sort of work study towards your education.

Answer 4

Unless it is a military job, you have to pay taxes.

Answer 5

yes they are free from tax