Unemployment Calculator

This unemployment calculator is useful if you’ve recently lost your job and want to get an idea of how much financial support you can expect while searching for new work. It helps you plan by estimating your weekly benefits based on your income and family situation.

Example Calculations

Miguel

Miguel worked as a receptionist at a busy medical office in Florida for several years, earning $11,457 in the highest quarter of his base period. Unfortunately, the office recently shut down, leaving him unexpectedly unemployed. As a single father of two young children, Miguel quickly applied for unemployment benefits to keep his household afloat while he searches for a new job. He uses the unemployment calculator to estimate his weekly benefits based on his income and dependents, giving him a better idea of what support he can expect during this challenging time.

Rachel

Karen, a 39-year-old paralegal in California, was earning $17,499 during her highest base period before her law firm downsized and eliminated her position. With three children and a spouse relying on her income, Karen applied for unemployment benefits to help with expenses while she looks for a new job. After entering her income and dependents into the unemployment calculator, she learned that she qualifies for the maximum weekly benefit of $450 in California. This estimate helps Karen and her spouse plan their finances while she transitions into a new role.