Pennsylvania Unemployment Benefits Calculator
Enter your base period wages to see your weekly benefit amount, maximum duration, and total potential benefits. Data verified May 2026.
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How Pennsylvania Compares
About Pennsylvania Unemployment Insurance
Pennsylvania divides your highest base period quarter by 23, up to $572 per week for up to 26 weeks. Pennsylvania also provides a dependent allowance, adding $8 per week per dependent up to 3 dependents.
To file a claim or learn more, visit the Pennsylvania Office of UC Benefits website. You can typically file online, by phone, or in person at a workforce center.
Pennsylvania Unemployment FAQ
How much unemployment can I get in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania's maximum WBA is $572. Your base benefit is your highest quarter divided by 23. Each dependent (up to 3) adds $8/week.
How long does Pennsylvania unemployment last?
Up to 26 weeks of regular benefits.
Can I collect unemployment if I was fired in Pennsylvania?
You may qualify if not fired for willful misconduct. Pennsylvania has a high bar — employers must prove the employee deliberately disregarded the standards of behavior they had a right to expect.
Is there a waiting week in Pennsylvania?
Yes. Pennsylvania has a one-week waiting period.
Does Pennsylvania offer dependency allowances?
Yes — $8 per week per dependent (up to 3 dependents), plus an additional allowance for a non-working spouse.