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PTO Accrual Calculator

Calculate the paid time off you accrue per year and how your balance builds, from your per-paycheck accrual rate.

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About the PTO Accrual Calculator

Paid time off usually accrues a little each paycheck. This calculator converts your per-period accrual into days earned per year and month, and projects your balance if you don't use it.

How it’s calculated

Annual PTO hours = accrual per pay period × pay periods per year. Days = hours ÷ hours per workday.

Example calculation

Accruing 4 hours per biweekly paycheck (26 periods) earns 104 hours — about 13 days — a year.

Frequently asked questions

What is an accrual cap?

A maximum balance you can bank; once reached, you stop accruing until you use some. Many plans also limit how much rolls over each year, so unused time can be lost.

Is PTO paid out if I leave?

It depends on your employer and state. Some states require unused PTO to be paid at separation; others leave it to company policy.

This calculator provides estimates for educational purposes and should not be considered financial, tax, or legal advice. Your actual figures may vary with lender terms, fees, and market conditions.