📝 Overview
This guide covers state tax information for employers running payroll in Michigan. Use the sections below to find agency contact information, supported tax filings, and the account details required for tax setup.
⚙️ Michigan Tax Information
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Agency Information
Website: Michigan Department of Treasury
Phone: (517) 636-6925
Supported Tax Filings
Sales, Use and Withholding Taxes Monthly/Quarterly Return (Form 5080)
Sales, Use and Withholding Taxes Annual Return (Form 5081)
Wage & Tax Statement (W-2)
Nonemployee Compensation (1099-NEC)
Required for Tax Setup
Account Number (9 digits, e.g., 12-3456789)
⚠️ The deposit frequency for Michigan withholding defaults to the Federal deposit schedule you have selected.
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Agency Information
Website: Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency
Phone: (855) 484-2636
Supported Tax Filings
Employer's Quarterly Wage/Tax Report (UIA-1028)
Required for Tax Setup
UIA Employer Account Number (10 digits, e.g., 1234567 891)
Computed Rate (X.XX%)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Find answers to common questions or additional details that may not be covered in the main instructions.
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What is Michigan's withholding deposit frequency?
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Michigan withholding deposits follow your Federal deposit schedule. If you deposit federal payroll taxes monthly, your Michigan deposits will also be monthly. If you are on a semi-weekly Federal schedule, Michigan follows the same cadence. No separate frequency selection is required during setup.
Where do I find my Michigan withholding account number?
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Your Michigan withholding account number is a 9-digit number formatted as 12-3456789. It is assigned by the Michigan Department of Treasury when you register and can be found on agency correspondence or by logging into your Michigan Treasury Online (MTO) account.
Where do I find my Michigan UIA Employer Account Number and Computed Rate?
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Your UIA Employer Account Number and Computed Rate are assigned by the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency when you register. Your rate is included in an annual rate notice. If you need to look these up, log into your Michigan UIA account or contact the agency at (855) 484-2636.