Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave Calculator
Estimate your 2026 weekly benefit, total paid leave payout, and income gap under Maine law. Eligible workers receive up to $1,249/week for up to 12 weeks.
Max Weekly Benefit
$1,249
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 ME PFML
Here is how the Maine 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 50% of state average weekly wage; 66% on remainder
Total income shortfall over 12 weeks
Key Program Rules
- ✓Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for bonding or family care
- ✓Progressive formula paying up to 90% wage replacement on lower earnings
- ✓Maximum weekly benefit of $1,249 for 2026
Statutory Disclosures
- Administering Agency
- Maine Department of Labor →
- Tax Treatment
- Subject to federal income tax; exempt from Maine state income tax.
- Payroll Contribution
- 1.0% payroll premium split 50/50 with employer (for 15+ workers)
- Job Protection
- Job protection applies for employees with at least 120 days of tenure with their employer.
Frequently Asked Questions About ME PFML
How much does Maine PFML pay?
Maine replaces 90% of your earnings up to 50% of the state average weekly wage, plus 66% of earnings above that threshold, up to the 2026 cap of $1,249 per week.
Sources: Official Maine 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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