Minnesota Paid Leave Calculator
Estimate your 2026 weekly benefit, total paid leave payout, and income gap under Minnesota law. Eligible workers receive up to $1,423/week for up to 12 weeks.
Max Weekly Benefit
$1,423
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 MN Paid Leave
Here is how the Minnesota 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% up to 50% state average weekly wage; 66% on middle tier; 55% on remainder
Total income shortfall over 12 weeks
Key Program Rules
- ✓Up to 12 weeks of parental bonding leave (or up to 20 weeks combined family and medical)
- ✓Progressive three-tier wage replacement formula
- ✓Maximum weekly benefit of $1,423 for 2026
- ✓No waiting period for bonding leave
Statutory Disclosures
- Administering Agency
- Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) →
- Tax Treatment
- Subject to federal income tax; exempt from Minnesota state income tax.
- Payroll Contribution
- 0.7% payroll contribution split between employer and employee
- Job Protection
- Statutory job protection and health insurance continuation apply from day one of leave.
Frequently Asked Questions About MN Paid Leave
How is Minnesota Paid Leave calculated?
Minnesota uses a three-tier progressive formula: 90% of wages up to 50% of SAWW, 66% of wages between 50% and 100% of SAWW, and 55% of wages above 100% of SAWW, up to the maximum weekly benefit of $1,423.
Sources: Official Minnesota 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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