MA PTO

Massachusetts PTO Calculator

Massachusetts requires employers to pay out unused PTO when you leave your job.

Input Your Details

State

Accrual method

Per pay periodPer hour workedAnnual lump sum

Annual PTO (hours)

≈ 10 days (8h/day)

Pay period

Current balance (hours)

PTO used this year (hours)

Hourly rate ($) — optional

Accrual cap (hours) — optional

Massachusetts PTO rules

Earned vacation must be paid as wages upon separation under M.G.L. c.149 §148.

Statute: M.G.L. c.149 §148

Your Results

ACCRUAL PER PERIOD

3.08 hrs

80 ÷ 26 = 3.08 hrs

ANNUAL PTO

80 hrs (10.0 days)

3.08 × 26 = 80 hrs

AVAILABLE BALANCE

0.0 hrs (0.0 days)

Current balance (0) − used (0) = 0.0 hrs

Enter your hourly rate to see PTO dollar value and payout estimate.

Month	Accrued	Balance
January	6.67 h	6.67 h
February	6.67 h	13.33 h
March	6.67 h	20.00 h
April	6.67 h	26.67 h
May	6.67 h	33.33 h
June	6.67 h	40.00 h
July	6.67 h	46.67 h
August	6.67 h	53.33 h
September	6.67 h	60.00 h
October	6.67 h	66.67 h
November	6.67 h	73.33 h
December	6.67 h	80.00 h

Massachusetts requires employers to pay out all earned, unused PTO when you leave your job. This Massachusetts PTO calculator applies your state's rules. For exact legal language, consult Massachusetts Attorney General Fair Labor Division or an attorney.

MA PTO LAWS

Massachusetts PTO Laws Summary

PTO Payout at Termination

Your state requires PTO payout

Earned vacation must be paid as wages upon separation under M.G.L. c.149 §148.

Statute: M.G.L. c.149 §148

Use-it-or-lose-it

Allowed with conditions (e.g., reasonable opportunity and notice).

For official guidance, see Massachusetts Attorney General Fair Labor Division.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Massachusetts PTO FAQ

Yes. Massachusetts law requires employers to pay all earned, unused vacation/PTO upon termination.

It may be allowed under conditions (e.g., reasonable opportunity to use the time and clear notice). Check with Massachusetts Attorney General Fair Labor Division for details.