Utah Nanny Tax Calculator
Estimate your total employer costs for hiring a nanny in Utah. Enter your nanny's pay below for a personalized tax breakdown.
Utah employer tax rates at a glance
Social Security
6.2%
employer share
Medicare
1.45%
employer share
FUTA
0.6%
on first $7,000
UT SUTA
0.1% - 9.0%
new employer rate range
Key facts for Utah household employers
- Minimum wage: $7.25/hour (federal) (compare nationwide)
- State income tax withholding required
- Flat state income tax of 4.5%
- Uses federal minimum wage
Utah nanny tax FAQ
How does the calculator estimate Utah nanny taxes?
The calculator estimates the full employer cost for a household employee in Utah: federal FICA (15.3% combined, split between you and your employee), federal FUTA (0.6% effective on the first $7,000), and Utah SUTA (0.1% - 9.0%). It also factors in Utah state income tax (when withheld). Numbers update for tax year 2026 and reflect the 2026 FICA threshold of $3,000.
Does Utah require state income tax withholding from a nanny's paycheck?
Utah has a state income tax. Withholding from household employees is typically optional unless your nanny elects it on the state's W-4 equivalent. If they do elect withholding, you will owe quarterly remittance to the state and an annual reconciliation return that includes copies of the W-2 you issued.
What's the minimum hourly rate I can pay a nanny in Utah?
Utah uses the federal minimum wage of $7.25/hour for household employees. Some local ordinances may set a higher floor — verify your city or county. FLSA overtime (1.5x for hours over 40 in a week) applies to most household employees, with a narrow exception for live-in nannies who are FLSA-exempt from overtime (but not from minimum wage).
Does Utah add disability or paid family leave premiums?
No. Utah does not require state disability insurance or paid family leave for household employees. Your obligations are the federal baseline (FICA, FUTA, Schedule H) plus Utah state unemployment insurance.
Why does my Utah nanny's net pay differ from the calculator total?
In Utah, the gross-to-net difference comes from federal FICA (6.2% Social Security + 1.45% Medicare = 7.65% withheld from the employee), any federal income tax your nanny chose to have withheld, plus Utah state income tax if elected on the state W-4. Your share — the employer FICA match and FUTA + SUTA — sits on top of the gross, not subtracted from it. The calculator separates "employer cost" (your total outlay) from "employee net pay" (what lands in their bank account).
This calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only. Actual tax obligations may vary. Always verify current rates with your state's tax agency or consult a qualified tax professional.
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