Vermont Final Paycheck Law & Calculator
Add your unpaid Vermont wages and accrued PTO to estimate your last-day total after tax.
$3,750.00
Gross final paycheck
Est. taxes: ~$1,440.01 (38.4%)
$2,309.99
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 Vermont
Under Vermont Statutes Title 21 Section 342, employers must pay all final wages to departing employees within 72 hours of separation regardless of whether the employee quit or was discharged. Failure to pay wages on time constitutes a wage payment violation that can be filed with the Vermont Department of Labor. Late wage payments can trigger administrative penalties, statutory interest, and liquidated damages of up to double the unpaid wages under state labor regulations.
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 Vermont, and the window to claim unpaid final wages runs for 2–6 years. This calculator pre-selects Vermont so the state tax estimate is built in.
For the governing statute (reference: Vt. Stat. tit. 21 § 342) and a full PTO breakdown, see the Vermont PTO payout guide and final paycheck rules by state.
When is your final paycheck due in Vermont?
| Situation | Final paycheck deadline |
|---|---|
| If you are fired or laid off | Within 72 hours |
| If you quit | Next scheduled payday (or the next Friday if there is no scheduled payday) |
This deadline applies to your whole final paycheck, including any accrued PTO Vermont requires to be paid. Late or missing final pay can entitle you to penalties or interest \u2014 file an unpaid-wage claim with the Vermont Department of Labor. Deadlines change with legislation, so confirm the current rule before acting.
Official Vermont 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: Vermont Department of Labor
- Phone Support: (802) 828-4000
- Official Website: https://labor.vermont.gov/workers
Frequently asked questions
When is my final paycheck due in Vermont? +
If your employment ends in Vermont, your final paycheck — including any owed PTO — is due as follows. If you are fired or laid off: Within 72 hours. If you quit: Next scheduled payday (or the next Friday if there is no scheduled payday). Deadlines can change, so confirm the current rule with the state labor department.
Is PTO included in a final paycheck in Vermont? +
In Vermont, whether unused PTO is included depends on your employer's written policy. Reference: Vt. Stat. tit. 21 § 342.
How is my final paycheck taxed in Vermont? +
Regular wages are withheld at your normal rate; the PTO portion is a supplemental wage withheld at a flat 22% federal rate, an estimated 8.8% Vermont rate, and 7.65% FICA.
How long do I have to claim unpaid final wages in Vermont? +
The statute of limitations for unpaid-wage claims in Vermont is 2–6 years. File a claim with the state labor department if your final check is missing or wrong.