Massachusetts imposes a 6.25% sales and use tax on all tangible, physical products being sold to a consumer and on certain services.
(e) Nontaxable sales. Sales of custom software, personal and professional services, and reports of individual information are generally exempt from Massachusetts sales and use taxes.
The state's allowances remain unchanged for tax year 2024 at $4,400 if claiming one exemption and $1,000 plus $3,400 if claiming a second exemption. For more information on Massachusetts wage and payroll tax laws, check out our Massachusetts Wage and Payroll Tax Facts page.
Withholding is calculated based on: The employee's taxable wages; The number of exemptions claimed; and. Any additional withholding amounts requested on the Massachusetts Employee's Withholding Exemption Certificate (Form M-4).
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