AK State Calculator

Alaska Employee Cost Calculator

Calculate employee costs in Alaska with accurate payroll tax rates. Alaska has no state income tax and unemployment insurance rates from 1.0% to 5.4%. Minimum wage is $11.73/hour, higher than federal.

Minimum Wage

$11.73/hr

SUI Rate (New)

1.00%

SUI Range

1.00% -5.40%

SUI Wage Base

$54,200

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Enter salary and state, then click Calculate

Next step after calculating costsAK UI: 1.00% on first $54,200

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Key Facts About Hiring in Alaska

No state income tax

SUI rates range from 1.0% to 5.4%

Higher minimum wage: $11.73/hour

Cost of living adjustments apply

Frequently Asked Questions - Alaska

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