Yes, professional soccer players in the USA (like MLS) generally pay state income taxes based on where they play, known as a "jock tax". Players pay taxes on their game salary for every state—and sometimes city—they work in, meaning a single season can involve filing taxes in numerous jurisdictions, not just where they live.
Income Sourcing: Tax is generally paid to the state where the income is earned (i.e., where the game takes place).
Pro-rated Salary: Athletes typically calculate their taxable income by dividing their total salary by the total number of duty days (including training) and multiplying by the days spent in that specific state.
No Income Tax States: While playing in states without income tax (e.g., Florida, Texas, Washington) saves on that specific game, players still owe taxes to their home state and federal taxes.
Non-Resident Filing: Players often file non-resident tax returns in every state they traveled to for away games.
Reciprocity: Some states have agreements, but generally, athletes face a complex tax situation requiring specialized accountants.
Foreign Players:
Foreign athletes often face a flat 30% federal withholding tax on income earned from prize money or matches played in the USA, according to Internal Revenue Code Section 1441.
Vocabs.
A "jock" is a North American informal term for a dedicated male athlete, often stereotype-casting them as obsessed with sports, physically fit, and academically uninterested.
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