District of Columbia Unemployment Tax Rules for Employers

Employers in the District of Columbia must comply with these unemployment tax rules.

Coverage: Any business having at least one employee at any time

Rates: 1.6% - 7% for 2012; 2.7% for new employers

Taxable Wage Limit: $9,000

Employee Withholding: None

Administration:

Department of Employment Services
609 H Street NE, Room 362 
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 698-7550


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