How to Use the Parental Leave Pay Calculator
Enter your leave start date, how many weeks you plan to take, your average weekly earnings, and your pay replacement rate. The calculator generates a month-by-month schedule and total estimated benefit, helping you plan finances before and during parental leave.
US Paid Parental Leave Overview
The US has no federal paid parental leave law. The FMLA provides 12 weeks of unpaid leave. However, several states have paid family leave programs:
- California: 8 weeks at ~70% of wages
- New York: 12 weeks at 67% of wages
- New Jersey: 12 weeks at 85% of wages
- Washington State: Up to 18 weeks at tiered rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Not federally. The FMLA guarantees 12 weeks unpaid. Several states offer paid programs at 60–90% wage replacement. Many employers also offer supplemental paid leave — check your HR policy.
Enter the percentage of wages covered by your state or employer. California PFL: ~70%, New York: 67%, New Jersey: 85%. Enter 100% if your employer fully covers your pay during leave.
Yes. State programs cap weekly benefits at a set maximum. California caps at approximately $1,620/week (2024). If your salary exceeds the state cap, enter the cap amount as your weekly earnings for accuracy.