Washington Paid Family Leave Calculator
2026Calculate paid family leave benefits in Washington. Washington offers a state PFL program. Estimate your weekly benefit amount and duration.
Written and reviewed by Konstantin Iakovlev · Methodology · Updated
About this tool: Washington runs its PFL through state-administered insurance funded by payroll tax. The widget below is the general paycheck calculator (not PFL-specific) and shows your gross-to-net flow including any state PFL/FAMLI deductions. To estimate your actual leave benefit, apply the wage replacement % and weekly cap listed in the program-details section below to your weekly gross.
Net Pay (Bi-Weekly)
$2,368.94
Annual Take-Home
$61,592.50
Total Tax (Annual)
$13,407.50
Paycheck Breakdown (Bi-Weekly)
| Gross Pay | $2,884.62 |
| Federal Income Tax | - $295.00 |
| Social Security (6.2%) | - $178.85 |
| Medicare (1.45%) | - $41.83 |
| Net Pay | $2,368.94 |
Annual Summary
| Gross Annual Income | $75,000.00 |
| Federal Income Tax | - $7,670.00 |
| FICA (SS + Medicare) | - $5,737.50 |
| Total Deductions & Tax | - $13,407.50 |
| Annual Take-Home Pay | $61,592.50 |
| Monthly Take-Home | $5,132.71 |
Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.
Does Washington have paid family leave?
Washington has a state-mandated Paid Family Leave (PFL) program. Workers can receive partial wage replacement for bonding with a new child, caring for a seriously ill family member, or military exigency leave.
Washington PFML details (2026): Up to 90% of weekly wage replacement; combined premium ~0.74% of wages split between employer and employee; up to 12 weeks family or medical, 16 weeks combined, 18 weeks for pregnancy complications.
Washington PFL: program, contribution, max benefit
- Program name
- WA Paid Family and Medical Leave
- Max weekly benefit (2026)
- $1,562/week (90% wage replacement, capped)
- Contribution structure
- Employee 0.7164% + employer 0.2776% = 0.9943% on first $176,100
WA PFML (effective January 2020) provides up to 12 weeks of paid family leave + 12 weeks medical (combined 16 weeks per benefit year, +2 weeks pregnancy complication). The 0.9943% combined contribution (0.7164% employee + 0.2776% employer) on first $176,100 of wages funds the program. 2026 maximum weekly benefit is $1,562 (90% wage replacement for low earners, capped). Employers with under 50 employees pay 0% of the employer share but withhold employee.
Washington Key Rates & Limits (2026)
| Paid Family Leave | Yes |
| State Disability Insurance (SDI) | No |
| State Income Tax | None |
| Minimum Wage | $17.13/hr |
Washington paid family leave — frequently asked questions
How much does Washington PFML pay in 2026?
WA PFML pays a maximum weekly benefit of $1,562 in 2026 — among the highest in the country. The formula provides 90% wage replacement for low-wage workers, declining to 50% for higher earners. Workers can take up to 12 weeks of paid family leave plus 12 weeks of medical leave (combined cap 16 weeks per benefit year, with an extra 2 weeks for pregnancy complications). Benefits launched January 2020.
How much do Washington workers pay for PFML in 2026?
The combined contribution is 0.9943% of wages on the first $176,100 (2026 cap). Employees pay 0.7164% and employers with 50+ workers pay 0.2776%. Employers with under 50 employees pay 0% of the employer share but must still withhold the employee portion. Self-employed workers can elect coverage. Maximum annual employee contribution is approximately $1,261. Washington's contribution rate is among the highest among state PFL programs.
Who administers Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave?
The Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD) administers PFML. Eligibility requires 820 hours of work in the qualifying period (roughly 16 hours/week year-round). Benefits cover bonding, caring for a family member with a serious health condition, the worker's own serious health condition, and certain military-family needs. Job protection applies to workers who have been with their employer for at least 12 months and worked 1,250 hours.