Colorado FAMLI (Family and Medical Leave Insurance) Calculator
Estimate your 2026 weekly benefit, total paid leave payout, and income gap under Colorado law. Eligible workers receive up to $1,448/week for up to 12 weeks.
Max Weekly Benefit
$1,448
2026 statutory cap
Max Duration
12 Weeks
Bonding / Caregiving
Wage Replacement
90%
Of average weekly wage
Waiting Period
0 Days
Before benefits start
Worked Example: A $75,000 Salary on CO FAMLI
Here is how the Colorado statutory formula applies to a typical worker earning $75,000 per year ($1,442/week):
Gross weekly income before leave ($75K ÷ 52)
Based on Up to 90% for wages up to 50% of the state average weekly wage; 50% for wages above
Total income shortfall over 12 weeks
Key Program Rules
- ✓Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for bonding, serious personal illness, or caring for a family member
- ✓4 extra weeks (16 weeks total) for pregnancy or childbirth complications
- ✓Progressive wage replacement formula paying up to 90% for lower-income workers
- ✓Maximum weekly benefit of $1,448 for 2026
Statutory Disclosures
- Administering Agency
- Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) - FAMLI Division →
- Tax Treatment
- Subject to federal income tax; exempt from Colorado state income tax.
- Payroll Contribution
- 0.45% of gross wages (matched by 0.45% employer premium for 10+ employees)
- Job Protection
- Job protection and health benefit continuation apply after 180 days of employment with your current employer.
Frequently Asked Questions About CO FAMLI
How does the Colorado FAMLI benefit formula work?
Colorado uses a progressive two-tier formula. Wages up to 50% of the state average weekly wage (SAWW) are replaced at 90%. Any wages above that threshold are replaced at 50%, subject to the 2026 maximum weekly cap of $1,448.
Does Colorado FAMLI have a waiting period?
No, Colorado FAMLI does not have an unpaid 7-day waiting period. Benefits begin on the first day of approved leave.
Can my employer force me to use PTO before Colorado FAMLI?
No. Employers cannot require workers to exhaust accrued vacation, sick leave, or PTO before accessing FAMLI benefits. However, employers and employees can agree to use PTO to "top off" FAMLI up to 100% of regular pay.
Sources: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) - FAMLI Division, our methodology.
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