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How Do I Update My Kentucky Tax Tables?


Where do I find the tax tables?

For KY tax tables, you will need the current form 42A003(TCF) "Withholding Computer Formula" found on the KY Department of Revenue website.

Which tables do I use?

Note that the figures shown in this document are for demonstration purposes only, and may not be current. Please consult the current publication for the most up-to-date information. Though the figures change periodically, the method of calculation should remain the same. If the calculation method has changed for this state please notify the webmaster.


Figure 1 - 2025 KY Tax Rate
 

How to setup/update the tables in PowerChurch Plus

To setup/update PowerChurch Plus with the state tax table shown in Figure 1 above, select the Accounting menu, Payroll, Setup, then Maintain Tax Tables.

Click Add to enter a new table, or use the Find/Locate buttons to select an existing KY tax table to update. When adding a new table, you will be prompted for the type of tax table you're adding. Select State: Kentucky (Post 5/2018). For each table, enter the following information:

  • Description: Enter a unique name to identify the tax table (for example, "KY State Tax").
  • Tax type: The type of tax in which this table applies. In this instance, select State Tax.
  • Standard deduction: Enter the amount for the standard deduction.The KY Department of Revenue annually adjusts the standard deduction.
  • Percentage: Enter the flat percentage for the current year.
  • Round tax to nearest whole dollar: If required, check this box to round the calculated tax amount to the nearest whole dollar.

When you are done, the screen should look like this:


Figure 3 - KY State Tax Table

Created: 12/03/2009
Last updated: 01/24/2025