Workers' Comp Calculators New York

New York Workers' Comp Calculator

Estimate your New York temporary total disability (TTD) workers' compensation benefit using the actual statutory percentage from NY WCL §15.

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Updated Jul 31, 2026

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Average Weekly Wage (Gross)

$0$20,000

Estimated Weekly Benefit

$533.33

Estimated • Based on your inputs

Estimated Monthly Benefit

$2,311.11

Detailed Breakdown

Estimated Annual Benefit (if disability lasts a full year)$27,733.33

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Wage-Replacement Percentage Applied66.67%

Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only. Results should not be considered financial, tax, or legal advice. Consult a qualified professional for your specific situation.

New York Quick Facts

10.9% Income Tax Rate

1.30% Property Tax Rate

$85,820 Median Income

124.7 Cost of Living

How This Calculator Works

Calculation methodology and assumptions

This calculator estimates New York's Temporary Total Disability (TTD) workers' compensation benefit -- the ongoing wage-replacement payment made while you are completely unable to work due to a job injury -- using 66 2/3% (two-thirds) of your average weekly wage, per NY WCL §15. New York follows the standard nationwide formula: two-thirds (66 2/3%) of your average weekly wage. Your actual benefit is also subject to a maximum set annually by the NY Workers' Compensation Board under WCL §15(7), on the high end, and a minimum set annually by the NY Workers' Compensation Board, on the low end -- both change periodically, so this calculator shows the uncapped percentage-of-wage amount, and you should confirm the current published cap/floor with New York's workers' compensation agency before relying on this estimate for a specific dollar figure.

Key State Information

NY WCL §15: "Temporary total disability... sixty-six and two-thirds per centum of the average weekly wages shall be paid to the employee during the continuance thereof." (NY Workers' Compensation Law §15(1))

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Data Source

NY WCL §15 (statute text, fetched directly)

View Original Source | Source record reviewed Jul 31, 2026 | Review target: annually

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is a workers' comp TTD benefit calculated in New York?

New York pays 66 2/3% (two-thirds) of your average weekly wage while you are temporarily and totally unable to work due to a job-related injury or illness, per NY WCL §15.

Is there a maximum or minimum weekly benefit?

Yes. The benefit is capped at a maximum set annually by the NY Workers' Compensation Board under WCL §15(7), and floored at a minimum set annually by the NY Workers' Compensation Board. Because these figures are typically tied to a state average weekly wage that is republished annually, check with New York's workers' compensation agency for the current dollar amount rather than relying solely on this calculator's uncapped estimate.

Does this calculator estimate my lump-sum settlement amount?

No. This tool estimates only your ongoing weekly wage-replacement (TTD) benefit while you remain temporarily and totally disabled. A lump-sum workers' comp settlement additionally depends on your permanent impairment rating, future medical costs, vocational/return-to-work factors, and case-specific negotiation between you (or your attorney) and the insurer -- none of which a wage-replacement calculator can responsibly estimate.

What counts as my "average weekly wage" in New York?

Most states calculate this from your gross wages (before taxes) over a set look-back period before your injury -- commonly 13 weeks, though some states use up to a full year for seasonal or part-year workers. Check with your state's workers' comp agency for the exact look-back period that applies to your claim.

Are workers' comp benefits taxable?

No. Workers' compensation benefits paid under a workers' comp act are generally fully exempt from federal and state income tax, per IRC §104(a)(1) -- unlike a lawsuit settlement for lost wages, which is typically taxable. See our Legal Settlement Tax Calculator if you're dealing with a separate personal injury lawsuit rather than a standard workers' comp claim.