Minnesota Payroll & Paycheck Tax Calculator
Running payroll in the Land of 10,000 Lakes shouldn't feel like ice fishing without a heater. From Minneapolis to Duluth, our Minnesota Payroll Tax Calculator makes calculating employee withholdings as clear as a northern Minnesota morning. Navigate state income tax, unemployment insurance, and various local requirements with confidence—all in one simple tool.
Minnesota Payroll Tax Steps
Minnesota’s progressive tax system and comprehensive labor laws can make payroll feel as complex as navigating the Twin Cities during a snowstorm. Our calculator helps you handle Minnesota’s unique payroll landscape without getting frozen in confusion, ensuring accurate calculations whether you’re near the North Shore or down in Rochester. Get precise withholdings no matter how cold it gets.
Here are some key steps you’ll have to take to make smarter payroll decisions.
Step #1: Register with Minnesota Department of Revenue and DEED
To legally hire in Minnesota, you'll need to register with the Minnesota Department of Revenue for withholding taxes and the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) for unemployment insurance. Minnesota's e-Services system provides streamlined online registration, making the process as smooth as a Zamboni'd hockey rink.
New employers pay 1.2% unemployment tax on the first $40,000 of each employee's wages—one of the higher wage bases in the Midwest.
Step #2: Navigate Minnesota's Comprehensive Form Requirements
Step #3: Understand Minnesota's Minimum Wage and Labor Laws
Step #4: Meet Minnesota's Pay Period and Leave Requirements
Step #5: Use our Simple Minnesota Payroll Calculator
Step #6: Submit Taxes and File Minnesota Payroll Reports
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