Ohio Final Paycheck Law & Calculator
Add your unpaid Ohio wages and accrued PTO to estimate your last-day total after tax.
$3,750.00
Gross final paycheck
Est. taxes: ~$1,261.88 (33.7%)
$2,488.12
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 Ohio
Under Ohio Revised Code Section 4113.15, employers must pay final wages to departing employees on or before the next regularly scheduled payday, regardless of whether they resigned or were discharged. Failure to pay wages on time constitutes a wage violation that can be filed with the Ohio Bureau of Wage and Hour Administration (Department of Commerce). Late payments can trigger interest charges and potential civil penalties for non-compliant employers.
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 Ohio, and the window to claim unpaid final wages runs for 2–6 years. This calculator pre-selects Ohio so the state tax estimate is built in.
For the governing statute (reference: Ohio Rev. Code § 4113.15) and a full PTO breakdown, see the Ohio PTO payout guide and final paycheck rules by state.
When is your final paycheck due in Ohio?
| Situation | Final paycheck deadline |
|---|---|
| If you are fired or laid off | Next scheduled payday |
| If you quit | Next scheduled payday |
This deadline applies to your whole final paycheck, including any accrued PTO Ohio requires to be paid. Late or missing final pay can entitle you to penalties or interest \u2014 file an unpaid-wage claim with the Ohio Bureau of Wage and Hour Administration (Dept. of Commerce). Deadlines change with legislation, so confirm the current rule before acting.
Official Ohio 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: Ohio Bureau of Wage and Hour Administration (Dept. of Commerce)
- Phone Support: (614) 644-2239
- Official Website: https://wagehour.com.ohio.gov/
Frequently asked questions
When is my final paycheck due in Ohio? +
If your employment ends in Ohio, your final paycheck — including any owed PTO — is due as follows. If you are fired or laid off: Next scheduled payday. If you quit: Next scheduled payday. Deadlines can change, so confirm the current rule with the state labor department.
Is PTO included in a final paycheck in Ohio? +
In Ohio, whether unused PTO is included depends on your employer's written policy. Reference: Ohio Rev. Code § 4113.15.
How is my final paycheck taxed in Ohio? +
Regular wages are withheld at your normal rate; the PTO portion is a supplemental wage withheld at a flat 22% federal rate, an estimated 4.0% Ohio rate, and 7.65% FICA.
How long do I have to claim unpaid final wages in Ohio? +
The statute of limitations for unpaid-wage claims in Ohio is 2–6 years. File a claim with the state labor department if your final check is missing or wrong.