Hawaii Payroll & Paycheck Tax Calculator
Managing payroll in the Aloha State shouldn't feel like navigating volcanic terrain without a map. From Honolulu to Hilo, our Hawaii Payroll Tax Calculator makes calculating employee withholdings as refreshing as a trade wind breeze. Navigate state income tax, temporary disability insurance, and federal requirements with confidence—all in one user-friendly tool.
Hawaii Payroll Tax Steps
Hawaii’s progressive tax system and unique island requirements can make payroll feel as complex as the Hawaiian language. Our calculator helps you surf through Hawaii’s payroll requirements without wiping out, ensuring accurate calculations whether you’re on Oahu or the Big Island. Get precise withholdings faster than you can say “pau hana.”
Here are some key steps you’ll have to take to make smarter payroll decisions.
Step #1: Register with Hawaii Department of Taxation and DLIR
To hire employees in Hawaii, you'll need to register with the Hawaii Department of Taxation (DOTAX) for withholding taxes and the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations (DLIR) for unemployment insurance. Hawaii Tax Online makes registration as smooth as a perfect wave. Don't forget to register for Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) as well.
New employers pay 2.4% unemployment tax on the first $56,700 of each employee's wages—one of the highest wage bases in the nation.
Step #2: Handle Hawaii's Comprehensive Form Requirements
Step #3: Master Hawaii's Minimum Wage and Overtime Laws
Step #4: Follow Hawaii's Pay Period and Leave Requirements
Step #5: Use our Simple Hawaii Payroll Calculator
Step #6: Submit Taxes and File Hawaii Payroll Reports
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