Pennsylvania Final Paycheck Law & Calculator
Add your unpaid Pennsylvania wages and accrued PTO to estimate your last-day total after tax.
$3,750.00
Gross final paycheck
Est. taxes: ~$1,227.01 (32.7%)
$2,522.99
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 Pennsylvania
Under the Pennsylvania Wage Payment and Collection Law (WPCL, 43 P.S. Section 260.5), all final wages must be paid on or before the next regularly scheduled payday after separation, regardless of whether the employee was fired or quit. Late payments constitute a violation of state wage laws, and claims can be submitted to the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry, Bureau of Labor Law Compliance. Under the WPCL, employees may also recover liquidated damages if wages are withheld past the deadline without a good faith dispute.
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 Pennsylvania, and the window to claim unpaid final wages runs for 3 years. This calculator pre-selects Pennsylvania so the state tax estimate is built in.
For the governing statute (reference: Pa. Stat. tit. 43 § 260) and a full PTO breakdown, see the Pennsylvania PTO payout guide and final paycheck rules by state.
When is your final paycheck due in Pennsylvania?
| 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 Pennsylvania requires to be paid. Late or missing final pay can entitle you to penalties or interest \u2014 file an unpaid-wage claim with the Pennsylvania Bureau of Labor Law Compliance (Dept. of Labor and Industry). Deadlines change with legislation, so confirm the current rule before acting.
Official Pennsylvania 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: Pennsylvania Bureau of Labor Law Compliance (Dept. of Labor and Industry)
- Phone Support: (717) 787-4671
- Official Website: https://www.dli.pa.gov/
Frequently asked questions
When is my final paycheck due in Pennsylvania? +
If your employment ends in Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania? +
Pennsylvania has no law requiring PTO payout, so its inclusion depends entirely on company policy. Reference: Pa. Stat. tit. 43 § 260.
How is my final paycheck taxed in Pennsylvania? +
Regular wages are withheld at your normal rate; the PTO portion is a supplemental wage withheld at a flat 22% federal rate, an estimated 3.1% Pennsylvania rate, and 7.65% FICA.
How long do I have to claim unpaid final wages in Pennsylvania? +
The statute of limitations for unpaid-wage claims in Pennsylvania is 3 years. File a claim with the state labor department if your final check is missing or wrong.