Alaska final paycheck law & calculator.
Add your unpaid Alaska wages and accrued PTO to estimate your last-day total after tax.
Estimates only. PTO payout rights and tax withholding vary by state, employer policy, and individual circumstances. This is not legal, tax, or financial advice. Consult your state labor department or a qualified professional. See our methodology.
Final pay and PTO in Alaska
Alaska treats accrued vacation as earned wages, so your unused PTO must be included in your final paycheck. If an employer offers vacation, accrued unused time is generally treated as earned wages payable at separation under Alaska wage rules.
Your final paycheck combines any regular wages you earned but were not yet paid with your accrued PTO payout where it is owed. Use-it-or-lose-it forfeiture of earned time is allowed in Alaska, and the window to claim unpaid final wages runs for 2 years. This calculator pre-selects Alaska so the state tax estimate is built in.
For the governing statute (reference: Alaska Admin Code 15 AAC) and a full PTO breakdown, see the Alaska PTO payout guide and final paycheck rules by state.
When is your final paycheck due in Alaska?
| Situation | Final paycheck deadline |
|---|---|
| If you are fired or laid off | Within 3 working days |
| If you quit | Next regular payday at least 3 days after notice |
This deadline applies to your whole final paycheck, including any accrued PTO Alaska requires to be paid. Late or missing final pay can entitle you to penalties or interest \u2014 file an unpaid-wage claim with the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Wage and Hour Administration. Deadlines change with legislation, so confirm the current rule before acting.
Frequently asked questions
When is my final paycheck due in Alaska?
If your employment ends in Alaska, your final paycheck — including any owed PTO — is due as follows. If you are fired or laid off: Within 3 working days. If you quit: Next regular payday at least 3 days after notice. Deadlines can change, so confirm the current rule with the state labor department.
Is PTO included in a final paycheck in Alaska?
Alaska treats accrued vacation as earned wages, so your unused PTO must be included in your final paycheck. Reference: Alaska Admin Code 15 AAC.
How is my final paycheck taxed in Alaska?
Regular wages are withheld at your normal rate; the PTO portion is a supplemental wage withheld at a flat 22% federal rate, no state income tax, and 7.65% FICA.
How long do I have to claim unpaid final wages in Alaska?
The statute of limitations for unpaid-wage claims in Alaska is 2 years. File a claim with the state labor department if your final check is missing or wrong.