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Pennsylvania Payroll Guide

State tax information for employers running payroll in Pennsylvania, including agency contacts, supported filings, and account setup requirements for withholding, unemployment insurance, and local withholding.

Written by Kate Biel

πŸ“ Overview

This guide covers state tax information for employers running payroll in Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania also has local withholding taxes. Use the sections below to find agency contact information, supported tax filings, and the account details required for tax setup.


βš™οΈ Pennsylvania Tax Information

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Agency Information

Website: Pennsylvania Department of Revenue
Phone: (717) 787-1064

New employers: Register here
Registered employers: Access account here

Supported Tax Filings

  • Employer Withholding Quarterly Return (REV-1667)

  • Employee Wage and Tax Statement (W-2)

Required for Tax Setup

  1. Withholding Account Number (8 digits, e.g., 1234-5678)

  2. Filing Frequency (Semi-Weekly, Semi-monthly, Monthly, or Quarterly)

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Agency Information

Website: Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry
Phone: (866) 403-6163

New employers: Register here
Registered employers: Access account here

Supported Tax Filings

  • Employer's Report for Unemployment Compensation, and Employer's Quarterly Report of Wages Paid to Each Employee (PA UC-2)

Required for Tax Setup

  1. Unemployment Account Number (7 digits, e.g., 12-34567)

  2. Total Contribution Rate (X.XX%)

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Pennsylvania has local withholding taxes in addition to state withholding. DaySmart Payroll supports paying and filing most localities; however, each city or county sets its own rules and a full list cannot be provided here. If a local tax applies, you will be prompted to enter the necessary tax information during account setup.


❓ 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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Where do I find my Pennsylvania withholding account number?

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Your Pennsylvania Withholding Account Number is an 8-digit number formatted as 1234-5678. It is assigned by the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue when you register and can be found on agency correspondence or through the PA e-TIDES or myPATH portal.

Where do I find my Pennsylvania UI account number and contribution rate?

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Your UI account number and total contribution rate are assigned by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry when you register. Your rate is included in an annual rate notice. If you need to look these up, log into the PA UC Tax Services portal or contact the agency at (866) 403-6163.

What if my city or county has a local withholding tax?

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If a local withholding tax applies to your business, you will be prompted to enter the required tax information during account setup. Each Pennsylvania city or county sets its own rules. If you have questions about a specific locality, contact DaySmart Support for guidance.

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