DC Paid Family Leave (DC PFL) Calculator
Estimate your 2026 weekly benefit, total paid leave payout, and income gap under District of Columbia law. Eligible workers receive up to $1,190/week for up to 12 weeks.
Max Weekly Benefit
$1,190
2026 statutory cap
Max Duration
12 Weeks
Bonding / Caregiving
Wage Replacement
90%
Of average weekly wage
Waiting Period
7 Days
Before benefits start
Worked Example: A $75,000 Salary on DC PFL
Here is how the District of Columbia statutory formula applies to a typical worker earning $75,000 per year ($1,442/week):
Gross weekly income before leave ($75K ÷ 52)
Based on 90% of wages up to 40x DC minimum wage; 50% on remainder
Total income shortfall over 12 weeks
Key Program Rules
- ✓12 weeks of paid parental leave within 12 months of birth or placement
- ✓100% employer-funded (zero payroll deductions on worker paychecks)
- ✓Maximum weekly benefit of $1,190 for 2026
Statutory Disclosures
- Administering Agency
- Department of Employment Services (DOES) →
- Tax Treatment
- Subject to federal income tax; exempt from DC local income tax.
- Payroll Contribution
- 100% employer-funded payroll tax (0.26% on covered employers)
- Job Protection
- DC FMLA provides up to 16 weeks of family leave job protection for employers with 20+ employees.
Frequently Asked Questions About DC PFL
Do employees pay for DC Paid Family Leave?
No. In Washington DC, the PFL fund is 100% paid by employers through a 0.26% payroll tax. Workers have zero money deducted from their paycheck for DC PFL.
Sources: Official District of Columbia program site, our methodology.
Program rules last verified 2026-09-29. Confirm current figures with the agency before filing a claim.
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