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Official Paid Time Off (PTO) Calculation Statement
Date: September 24, 2026
Standard: US Payroll (FLSA Compliant)
Statement ID: PTO-20260924-75AD26

How PTO Payout Is Calculated Upon Job Termination

Published: September 24, 2026 • Updated: September 24, 2026 • US Workplace Guide
Direct Calculation Summary

A complete guide to calculating the cash value of accrued vacation hours on your final paycheck.

Direct Answer: Final Paycheck Payout Formula

When an employee separates from a company in a state that mandates payout, unused PTO is cashed out at the employee's final regular hourly rate:

Gross PTO Payout = Unused PTO Hours × Regular Hourly Rate

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Official Notice & Planning Disclaimer: This statement provides an automated calculation based on standard payroll accrual models, compensation rates, and statutory guidelines. Final wage disbursements, accrual rollover caps, and final tax withholdings are determined by your employer's written benefit policy, collective bargaining agreements, and official payroll records.
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