Severance Pay Estimator
Wondering what a layoff package might look like? Enter your tenure, salary, and state to get a rough estimate range — plus a short list of negotiation points to walk in with.
States have different norms for notice and severance — the estimator applies a rough regional factor.
All tools, articles, and estimates on this site are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute professional, legal, or financial advice.
What the estimate is based on
Enter years of service, monthly salary, your state, and whether you have a written severance agreement. The estimator uses roughly one week of pay per year of service, applies a regional factor for state norms, and adds an estimated notice period. It returns a low-to-high dollar range and the equivalent number of weeks of pay, plus a short list of negotiation points.
Reading the range
The low end approximates what a standard formula might produce; the high end shows what a more generous policy or a negotiated package could look like. Treat the two numbers as a bracket for preparation, not as an offer. If you have a written agreement, the contract controls and the generic formula is only background — have it read before you respond to anything. The guide on severance pay after AI layoffs explains the other items worth asking about, such as accrued leave and health coverage.
Why this is not legal advice
State law, company policy, notice requirements, accrued vacation, commissions, benefits, and the stated reason for separation all affect a real package, and none are modeled here. The regional factor is a rough adjustment, not a legal rule. A range can help you avoid accepting the first number out of shock, but it cannot tell you whether an offer is fair. Consult a qualified employment lawyer in your state before signing or rejecting a severance agreement.