Missouri final paycheck law & calculator.
Add your unpaid Missouri 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 Missouri
Missouri has no law requiring PTO payout, so its inclusion depends entirely on company policy. Missouri does not require vacation payout. Whether you are paid depends on company policy.
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 Missouri, and the window to claim unpaid final wages runs for 5 years. This calculator pre-selects Missouri so the state tax estimate is built in.
For the governing statute (reference: No specific statute) and a full PTO breakdown, see the Missouri PTO payout guide and final paycheck rules by state.
When is your final paycheck due in Missouri?
| Situation | Final paycheck deadline |
|---|---|
| If you are fired or laid off | The day of discharge |
| If you quit | No specific statute for a voluntary quit (next regular payday by practice) |
This deadline applies to your whole final paycheck, including any accrued PTO Missouri requires to be paid. Late or missing final pay can entitle you to penalties or interest \u2014 file an unpaid-wage claim with the Missouri Division of Labor Standards. Deadlines change with legislation, so confirm the current rule before acting.
Frequently asked questions
When is my final paycheck due in Missouri?
If your employment ends in Missouri, your final paycheck — including any owed PTO — is due as follows. If you are fired or laid off: The day of discharge. If you quit: No specific statute for a voluntary quit (next regular payday by practice). Deadlines can change, so confirm the current rule with the state labor department.
Is PTO included in a final paycheck in Missouri?
Missouri has no law requiring PTO payout, so its inclusion depends entirely on company policy. Reference: No specific statute.
How is my final paycheck taxed in Missouri?
Regular wages are withheld at your normal rate; the PTO portion is a supplemental wage withheld at a flat 22% federal rate, an estimated 5.4% Missouri rate, and 7.65% FICA.
How long do I have to claim unpaid final wages in Missouri?
The statute of limitations for unpaid-wage claims in Missouri is 5 years. File a claim with the state labor department if your final check is missing or wrong.