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Severance Package Calculator
Severance packages can include weeks of pay, unused PTO, and other benefits. This estimator combines all the pieces so you can see the total value of what you are being offered.
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In plain English
After 3 years at $1,800.00 a week, with 1 severance weeks per year, 8 unused PTO days, and a $0.00 healthcare stipend, the estimated severance package is $8,280.00.
How we got there+
| Daily pay rate | $360.00 |
| Base severance | $5,400.00 |
| PTO payout | $2,880.00 |
| Healthcare stipend | $0.00 |
| Total package | $8,280.00 |
Estimates only, not legal or financial advice. Double-check figures with a qualified professional.
How we got there
— Severance Package CalculatorMethodology reviewed: August 17, 2026 · Source: IRS Publication 525 — Taxable and Nontaxable Income
Is severance pay taxable?
Yes, severance is taxed as regular income. The calculator shows the gross amount. Your actual take-home pay will be less after taxes.
Is PTO payout taxed differently than severance?
Both are taxed as regular income. The calculator shows gross amounts. Your actual payout will be less after taxes and deductions.