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Missouri Unemployment Benefits Calculator

Enter your base period wages to see your weekly benefit amount, maximum duration, and total potential benefits. Data verified May 2026.

$320Max Weekly Benefit
20 wksMax Duration
$6,400Max Total Benefit
Weekly Benefit Amount
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Enter your earnings above
Max Weekly Benefit
$320
Effective Weeks
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Total Potential Benefit
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Waiting Week
One week (unpaid)

Calculation Breakdown

How Missouri Compares

State Agency
Missouri Division of Employment Security
Benefit Formula
Highest base period quarter ÷ 25
Max Weekly Benefit
$320
Min Weekly Benefit
$35
Max Benefit Duration
20 weeks
Max Total Benefit
$6,400
Waiting Week
Yes (1 week)
Dependency Allowance
None
Eligible if Fired
Yes (if not for misconduct)
Eligible if Quit
Generally No

About Missouri Unemployment Insurance

Missouri divides your highest base period quarter by 25, up to $320 per week for up to 20 weeks. Missouri's relatively short duration and moderate cap make its benefits below the national average.

To file a claim or learn more, visit the Missouri Division of Employment Security website. You can typically file online, by phone, or in person at a workforce center.

Missouri Unemployment FAQ

How much unemployment can I get in Missouri?

Missouri's maximum WBA is $320. Your benefit is your highest base period quarter divided by 25.

How long does Missouri unemployment last?

Up to 20 weeks of regular benefits.

Can I collect unemployment if I was fired in Missouri?

You may qualify if not fired for misconduct. Missouri's misconduct standard includes deliberate rule violations and repeated poor performance after warnings.

Is there a waiting week in Missouri?

Yes. Missouri has a one-week waiting period.

Does Missouri offer dependency allowances?

No. Missouri does not add dependency supplements.