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What Are Employer Contribution (Tax) Rates?

State Experience Factor & Employers' UI Contribution Rates (EA-50):

2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010


Rates

Maximum

Minimum
Taxable
Wage Base
2013 8.950% 0.550% $12,900
2012 9.450% 0.550% $13,560
2011 8.400% 0.700% $12,740
2010 7.250% 0.650% $12,520
2009 6.8% 0.6% $12,300
2008 7.2% 0.8% $12,000
2007 8.2% 1.0% $11,500

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For experience-rated employers (those with three or more years of experience), the contribution rate is based on a ratio, called the benefit ratio, which is determined in such a way that the greater the unemployment caused by the employer, the higher the rate.

Non-profit institutions and governmental entities may elect to make payments in lieu of contributions due. These are equal to 100% of regular benefit amounts, including dependents' allowances, that are paid to beneficiaries.