How do I get around entering an unemployment rate? As a farmer, I've never been required to pay unemployment in PA. I've never had this issue with desktop versions.

Hello there, srbyler.

I'll share some information about state unemployment in QuickBooks Online Payroll.

The state payroll taxes you and your employees are subject to in QuickBooks are determined by the location where your employees reside and work when you add them to the system. State taxes may include State Withholding, State Unemployment Insurance (SUI), and other local taxes. Your state sets your SUI rate and it is unique to your business.

With that, I recommend contacting the state withholding and unemployment insurance agencies if you're unsure whether you're required to pay unemployment taxes.  The agencies can tell you which taxes apply to your situation.

On the other hand, if your employee is not subject to SUI tax. you can follow the steps below to exempt your employees.

Like this:

1. Go to the Payroll or Workers menu, then select Employees.
2. Click your name, proceed to the Employee Details or Pay section, and select Edit (pencil icon).
3. Proceed to the Withholdings section and click the Edit (pencil icon) again.
4. Scroll down to the Tax exemptions section. Then, uncheck the unemployment tax.
5. Click Done.

I've also added this article for more details about SUI setup:

• Set up federal and state unemployment insurance for churches and nonprofits
• Update your State Unemployment Insurance (SUI) rate
   

If you have any other questions related to using QuickBooks Online Payroll or need assistance with any other features, please let me know.