Roger B. Madsen, Director of the Idaho Department of Labor announced recently that the 2009 unemployment wage will increase from $32,200 to $33,200. In addition, tax rates (including the workforce rate) will range from 0.447% to 5.4% and the standard rate will be 1.566%. The special Administration Reserve Fund Tax is not in effect for 2009. Contact Vision Payroll if you have any question on Idaho unemployment rates and wage base.