✦ State Payroll Tax Registration

Register for payroll

taxes in
Nebraska
— we handle it.

Set up payroll in Nebraska requires two state agency registrations. We handle both and deliver your account credentials so you can start running payroll without delays.

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Registration Requirements

Register for payroll taxes today - here’s what’s required

Here are the state agencies you need to register with as an employe in your state. We handle all registrations on your behalf.

Withholding Tax

Nebraska Department of Revenue

Handles state income tax withholding registration for all Nebraska employers.

Unemployment Insurance

Nebraska Department of Labor

Handles Unemployment Insurance (UI) registration for all Nebraska employers.

✦ What Employers Need to Know

Key facts about your state payroll taxes.

A quick overview of what's involved before you run your first payroll.

Nebraska has a graduated income tax with rates from 2.46% to 5.84% in 2025, with ongoing rate reductions scheduled — the top rate is set to reach 3.99% by 2027.
Nebraska new employers pay a UI rate of 1.25% on the first $9,000 of wages in 2026. Construction industry new employers pay 5.4%. UI is administered by the Nebraska Department of Labor.
Nebraska has no state SDI program and no local payroll taxes. Two registrations required: Nebraska Department of Revenue (withholding) and Department of Labor (UI).
Nebraska passed LB 754 in 2023 — reducing the top rate from 5.84% in 2025 to 5.20% and setting a path to 3.99% by 2027. Employers must update withholding tables annually as rates change.
✦ How It Works

We handle the whole process for you

You provide the business info — we do the rest.

1

Complete our intake form

Tell us about your business — name, EIN, entity type, and start date. Takes about 5 minutes.

2

We review & prepare

Tell us about your business — name, EIN, entity type, and start date. Takes about 5 minutes.

3

We submit to the state

We register your business with the appropriate state agencies through official portals.

4

You receive your credentials

We deliver your account numbers and filing details — ready to load into your payroll system.

Ready to get registered?

Flat fee, no surprises. We work inside your existing payroll system.

Launch
$0
to start
State payroll tax checkup
Verify if you're already registered
Free provider recommendation if needed
State Registration
$150
per registration
We register with all required state agencies
Credentials delivered to you
Works with your existing payroll system
Setup Plan
$349
one-time
1 state registration included
Full payroll system configuration
Employee setup support

State Payroll Tax FAQs

Common questions about registering for payroll taxes.

Do I need to register for payroll taxes in Nebraska?

Yes, employers with workers in Nebraska are required to register for income tax withholding with the Nebraska Department of Revenue and unemployment insurance with the Nebraska Department of Labor. We take care of both registrations so you're fully compliant before your first Nebraska payroll runs.

Is Nebraska simplifying its income tax structure?

Yes, Nebraska has been reducing and simplifying its income tax structure. The state moved to a flat rate of 3.99% in 2024 with plans for further reductions. We ensure your withholding is configured for the current rate and keep you informed of any upcoming changes.

What information do you need to register my business for payroll taxes in Nebraska?

We'll need your business name, EIN, entity type, physical address, start date of payroll, and owner information. You provide it once through our intake form and we handle everything from there.

How long does a Nebraska payroll tax registration take?

Nebraska payroll tax registration processing times vary, ranging from instant online issuance to several weeks depending on the state's workload. We handle both withholding and unemployment insurance filings with the Nebraska Department of Revenue and the Nebraska Department of Labor and monitor the status of your registration, notifying you as soon as your credentials are issued by the state.