Summary of Tax Rates
Temple University is required by federal, state and local tax laws to withhold applicable taxes from an employee’s pay and remit the withholdings to the appropriate taxing authority. In addition, the university is required to list these deductions on the employee’s paycheck showing the wage(s) paid and taxes withheld. At the end of the tax year, the employee will be issued a Wage and Tax Statement (Form W-2). Note that the information presented below is in accordance with federal, state and local taxing authority regulations.
Tax | Rate | Notes | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
Social Security tax | 6.2% | Maximum taxable earnings of $168,600. | |
Medicare tax | 1.45% | No maximum wage base limit. | |
Additional Medicare tax | 0.9% | Earnings in excess of $200,000 in a calendar year. | |
PA State Personal Income tax | 3.07% | ||
PA State Unemployment tax | 0.07% | ||
City of Philadelphia Wage tax (Philadelphia Residents) | 3.75% | Philadelphia Residents Only. | |
City of Philadelphia Wage tax (Philadelphia Non-Residents) | 3.44% | Philadelphia Nonresidents Only. | |
Qualified Transportation and Parking program | $315 | Maximum monthly limit of $315. For WageWorks only. |
Form W-2 Replacement
The current and three prior calendar year W-2 forms are maintained by Tax Management Services. Active employees can obtain these W-2 forms on TUportal. Former employees should visit Tax Management Services or call 1-877-325-9239.
In accordance with IRS regulations, the university is only required to retain copies of employee Form W-2 for three calendar years, plus the current year.
All requests for reissue or replacement of Form 1042-S must be done in writing via email to hrpaynra@temple.edu.
Miscellaneous Payroll Deductions
The following deductions are administered by the university departments listed below.
University Department | Contact Information |
|---|---|
Campus Recreation Fitness | Contact Campus Recreation Services at 215-204-1267. |
Diamond Dollars | Contact Diamond Dollars Office at 215-204-3140. |
Parking Services | Contact Parking Services at - Main Campus Parking Svcs. Office: 215-204-5301. - Health Sciences Ctr. Parking Svcs. Office: 215-707-2277 |
University Giving | Contact University Giving Deductions at 215-926-2500. |
Union Dues | Union dues inquiries should be directed to your union representative. If additional information is required, contact HR Labor and Employee Relations. |
Guidelines for Assignments Outside of the U.S.
As a research and teaching institution with a global reach, Temple University actively engages in collaborations and initiatives in various countries. Consequently, the university may seek to employ individuals residing outside the U.S. for remote services or send university employees on international assignments. To guide faculty, staff, and students in these situations, a procedure document and International Assignment form have been provided.
Schools, colleges, and administrative departments planning to engage individuals residing outside the U.S. or deploy university employees for international assignments should thoroughly review this information. The first point of contact for such requests should be the relevant Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs or Dean’s Designee (for faculty), Human Resources Business Partner (for staff), or School Research Administrator for sponsored research projects. It is recommended that these requests be initiated well in advance of the intended engagement or placement.