Connecticut final paycheck law & calculator.
Add your unpaid Connecticut 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 Connecticut
Connecticut treats accrued vacation as earned wages, so your unused PTO must be included in your final paycheck. Connecticut requires payout of accrued fringe benefits, including vacation, when the employer’s policy provides for it.
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 Connecticut, and the window to claim unpaid final wages runs for 2 years. This calculator pre-selects Connecticut so the state tax estimate is built in.
For the governing statute (reference: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 31-76k) and a full PTO breakdown, see the Connecticut PTO payout guide and final paycheck rules by state.
When is your final paycheck due in Connecticut?
| Situation | Final paycheck deadline |
|---|---|
| If you are fired or laid off | Next business day after discharge |
| If you quit | Next scheduled payday |
This deadline applies to your whole final paycheck, including any accrued PTO Connecticut requires to be paid. Late or missing final pay can entitle you to penalties or interest \u2014 file an unpaid-wage claim with the Connecticut Department of Labor, Wage and Workplace Standards Division. Deadlines change with legislation, so confirm the current rule before acting.
Frequently asked questions
When is my final paycheck due in Connecticut?
If your employment ends in Connecticut, your final paycheck — including any owed PTO — is due as follows. If you are fired or laid off: Next business day after discharge. If you quit: Next scheduled payday. Deadlines can change, so confirm the current rule with the state labor department.
Is PTO included in a final paycheck in Connecticut?
Connecticut treats accrued vacation as earned wages, so your unused PTO must be included in your final paycheck. Reference: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 31-76k.
How is my final paycheck taxed in Connecticut?
Regular wages are withheld at your normal rate; the PTO portion is a supplemental wage withheld at a flat 22% federal rate, an estimated 6.5% Connecticut rate, and 7.65% FICA.
How long do I have to claim unpaid final wages in Connecticut?
The statute of limitations for unpaid-wage claims in Connecticut is 2 years. File a claim with the state labor department if your final check is missing or wrong.