Georgia

Q: Employer Obligations (What Your Employer Must Withhold & Remit)

Register for withholding and unemployment. Unemployment applies to the first $9,500 of wages.

Work State Tax Rate

5.19% (2025), 5.09% (2026)

Withholding Starts

After 23 days OR $5,000 in income OR 5% of total wages

Law Last Updated

Jan 1, 2026

Employee Obligations (Which Returns YOU Must File)

If you physically work in Georgia, file a nonresident Georgia return (tax rate: 5.19% (2025), 5.09% (2026)). Then file your Alabama return and claim the Schedule CR credit so you don't get taxed twice on the same income.

Employer Obligations (What Your Employer Must Withhold & Remit)

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Employee/Individual Tax Source: https://dor.georgia.gov/taxes

Employer/Withholding Source: https://dor.georgia.gov/taxes/withholding-tax-employers

Row last reviewed: Apr 27, 2026Home state credit form: Schedule CR

This is general information, not tax or legal advice. Laws change frequently. Always consult a licensed CPA or tax attorney for your specific situation. All information researched as of March 21, 2026.