Missouri Final Paycheck Law & Calculator
Add your unpaid Missouri wages and accrued PTO to estimate your last-day total after tax.
$3,750.00
Gross final paycheck
Est. taxes: ~$1,314.38 (35.1%)
$2,435.62
Estimated net take-home
Estimates only. PTO payout rights and tax withholding vary by state, employer policy, and individual circumstances. This is not legal, tax, or financial advice. Consult your state labor department or a qualified professional. See our methodology.
Final pay and PTO in Missouri
Under Missouri Revised Statutes Section 290.110, final wage deadlines depend on the separation type: if an employee is discharged or laid off, they must be paid in full on the day of discharge, or within seven days of a written request. If an employee resigns, their final paycheck is due on the next scheduled payday. If an employer fails to pay final wages within the seven-day request window for discharged workers, they can face penalty wages of up to 60 additional days' pay, which can be recovered through the Missouri Division of Labor Standards.
Your final paycheck combines any regular wages you earned but were not yet paid with your accrued PTO payout where it is owed. Use-it-or-lose-it forfeiture of earned time is allowed in Missouri, and the window to claim unpaid final wages runs for 5 years. This calculator pre-selects Missouri so the state tax estimate is built in.
For the governing statute (reference: No specific statute) and a full PTO breakdown, see the Missouri PTO payout guide and final paycheck rules by state.
When is your final paycheck due in Missouri?
| Situation | Final paycheck deadline |
|---|---|
| If you are fired or laid off | The day of discharge |
| If you quit | No specific statute for a voluntary quit (next regular payday by practice) |
This deadline applies to your whole final paycheck, including any accrued PTO Missouri requires to be paid. Late or missing final pay can entitle you to penalties or interest \u2014 file an unpaid-wage claim with the Missouri Division of Labor Standards. Deadlines change with legislation, so confirm the current rule before acting.
Official Missouri Wage Claim Resources
If your employer holds your final paycheck or fails to pay you correct wages, you can contact the official state agency to get help:
- Wage Agency: Missouri Division of Labor Standards
- Phone Support: (573) 751-3403
- Official Website: https://labor.mo.gov/
Frequently asked questions
When is my final paycheck due in Missouri? +
If your employment ends in Missouri, your final paycheck — including any owed PTO — is due as follows. If you are fired or laid off: The day of discharge. If you quit: No specific statute for a voluntary quit (next regular payday by practice). Deadlines can change, so confirm the current rule with the state labor department.
Is PTO included in a final paycheck in Missouri? +
Missouri has no law requiring PTO payout, so its inclusion depends entirely on company policy. Reference: No specific statute.
How is my final paycheck taxed in Missouri? +
Regular wages are withheld at your normal rate; the PTO portion is a supplemental wage withheld at a flat 22% federal rate, an estimated 5.4% Missouri rate, and 7.65% FICA.
How long do I have to claim unpaid final wages in Missouri? +
The statute of limitations for unpaid-wage claims in Missouri is 5 years. File a claim with the state labor department if your final check is missing or wrong.