2026 planning calculator

Estimate employee cost in Massachusetts

Calculate a planning range for hiring a W-2 employee in Massachusetts, including federal payroll taxes, SUTA, workers comp, benefits, and payroll admin.

Estimated annual cost

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Burden above salary0%
Monthly equivalent$0
Confidence profile

Federal payroll taxes are high-confidence. SUTA and workers compensation are planning estimates unless you enter assigned rates.

General planning estimate only. Not payroll, tax, legal, insurance, or HR compliance advice.

MA employer cost guide

Employee cost calculator for Massachusetts

Estimate the annual employer cost of hiring a W-2 employee in Massachusetts. This page uses the shared federal model plus a Massachusetts SUTA baseline and workers compensation planning ranges.

New employer SUTA2.42%
SUTA wage base$15,000
Experienced range1.12% - 17.09%

State notes

  • Massachusetts can include additional employer assessments and paid leave considerations depending on employer profile.
  • The calculator uses a baseline planning model and does not replace payroll setup advice.

What cannot be promised with precision

The exact Massachusetts cost depends on your assigned UI rate, workers compensation class code, payroll size, claims history, benefits design, and local or industry-specific obligations.

Massachusetts unemployment insurance employer rates