New York Unemployment Calculator
Estimate your New York weekly unemployment benefit. New York's maximum is $869/week for up to 26 weeks. Results are estimates — New York State Department of Labor makes the official determination.
Estimate My Weekly Benefit
This is an estimate only. Your actual benefit depends on your specific base period wages, employer records, and New York State Department of Labor's determination. File your claim to get the official amount.
File your New York claim at NY.gov UI →New York unemployment benefits: what you need to know
New York frequently requests additional employer documentation, especially in cases involving partial separations or disputed reasons. The agency handles some of the highest claim volumes in the country outside California. Finance, media, and tech layoffs in NYC generate large wave events. Identity verification is rigorous and can delay first payments by 4-6 weeks.
New York pays a maximum of $869/week and a minimum of $140/week. Your amount is set by your base-period earnings, capped at the state maximum.
Up to 26 weeks under standard conditions. At the maximum rate, that is about $22,594 total.
New York has a one-week unpaid waiting period. File and certify for it anyway — payment begins the following eligible week.
3 contacts per week must be documented to stay eligible. Keep a dated log.
New York Unemployment FAQ
How much unemployment can I get in New York?
In New York, the maximum weekly benefit is $869 and the minimum is $140. Your actual weekly benefit amount is based on your earnings during your base period (typically the first four of the last five completed calendar quarters). Use the estimator above to get an approximate figure, then confirm the exact amount with New York State Department of Labor after you file.
How long do unemployment benefits last in New York?
New York provides up to 26 weeks of regular unemployment benefits under standard conditions. Duration in this state can vary with the statewide unemployment rate — verify the current maximum when you file. If you exhaust regular benefits, ask New York State Department of Labor whether any extended programs are currently active.
Is there a waiting week for unemployment in New York?
Yes. New York imposes a one-week unpaid waiting period. You still need to file and certify for that week, but it is not paid. Payments begin from the second eligible week.
How many job search contacts are required each week in New York?
New York requires 3 work search contacts per week to remain eligible while collecting benefits. Keep a dated log of each activity (employer name, date, method of contact) in case New York State Department of Labor audits your claim.
How do I file an unemployment claim in New York?
File with New York State Department of Labor online at https://dol.ny.gov/unemployment or by phone at 888-209-8124. Have your Social Security number, employer information for the last 18 months, reason for separation, and bank details for direct deposit ready. File the same week you lose your job — most states pay from the week you file, not the week your job ended.