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Tennesseeworking inWisconsin
Standard — file nonresident return if onsite
Wisconsin
Work State Tax Rate
3.5%-7.65%
Withholding Starts
After $1,500 in income
Law Last Updated
Jul 3, 2025
Employee Obligations (Which Returns YOU Must File)
Since Tennessee has no income tax, you won't face double taxation. However, if you physically work in Wisconsin, you may owe Wisconsin income tax (3.5%-7.65%) and need to file a nonresident Wisconsin return.
Employer Obligations (What Your Employer Must Withhold & Remit)
Register for Wisconsin withholding and unemployment. Must withhold Wisconsin tax from Minnesota residents working in Wisconsin. Unemployment applies to the first $14,000 of wages.
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Employee/Individual Tax Source: https://www.revenue.wi.gov/Pages/Withholding/home.aspx
Employer/Withholding Source: https://www.revenue.wi.gov/Pages/Withholding/home.aspx
Row last reviewed: May 8, 2026
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.