Tennessee Unemployment Tax Rules for Employers

Employers in Tennessee must comply with these unemployment tax rules.

Coverage: Same as under federal law

Rates: 0.40% to 10% for January 1, 2013 until June 30, 2013 and for July 1, 2012 until December 31, 2012; new employer rates are industry-based

Taxable Wage Limit: $9,000

Employee Withholding: None

Administration:

Department of Labor and Workforce Development
220 French Landing Drive
Nashville, Tennessee 37243
Telephone: (615) 741-2486


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