Workers' Comp Benefit Calculator
Estimate weekly workers' compensation wage-loss benefits — typically two-thirds of your average weekly wage, limited by your state's maximum and minimum — for temporary total or partial disability.
For general information only — not legal advice. Laws vary by location; consult a qualified lawyer.
How to use
- 1Enter your gross earnings over the last 52 weeks (or your usual weekly pay).
- 2Enter your state's weekly maximum and minimum (from your state workers' comp agency).
- 3Choose total or partial disability and see the weekly benefit.
How it's calculated
Average weekly wage (AWW) = earnings in the 52 weeks before injury ÷ 52. Temporary total disability = AWW × rate (usually 66⅔%), between the state minimum and maximum. Temporary partial = rate × (AWW − current weekly earnings). A waiting period (usually 3–7 days) applies unless you're off longer than a set time.
Frequently asked questions
Are workers' comp benefits taxable?
No. Workers' compensation benefits for a work injury are not taxable federally, which is why about two-thirds of wages often replaces most take-home pay.
How long do benefits last?
Temporary disability benefits usually last until you return to work or reach maximum medical improvement, subject to state limits (often 104 to 500 weeks). Permanent disability is rated separately.
What are the maximums?
They vary widely — from under $700 a week in some states to over $1,900 in others — and most update every year. Your state agency publishes the current figure.