Jury Duty Pay Calculator
Estimate what you'll receive for jury service and how much income you might lose — federal juror pay of $50 a day ($60 after 10 days on a trial), mileage, and your employer's jury duty pay policy.
For general information only — not legal advice. Laws vary by location; consult a qualified lawyer.
How to use
- 1Choose federal court or enter your state court's daily rate.
- 2Enter the days served, commute and your pay.
- 3See juror pay, mileage and net income lost.
How it's calculated
Federal: $50 per day; after 10 days on the same trial, up to $60 per day at the judge's discretion (grand jurors after 45 days). Plus round-trip mileage and parking. Lost income = your daily pay × days − employer jury pay.
Frequently asked questions
Does my employer have to pay me during jury duty?
Not under federal law for private employers, though they can't fire you for serving. Some states (e.g. Alabama, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Nebraska, New York, Tennessee) require some paid jury leave, and many employers pay voluntarily.
Can I be excused for financial hardship?
Yes — courts can postpone or excuse jurors when service would cause undue hardship, such as losing essential income. Ask the jury office before your reporting date.
Is jury pay taxable?
Yes — it's reported as other income. If your employer pays you full salary and you hand over the juror fee, you can deduct what you turned over.