2026 · Maine
Maine unemployment benefits
Maine pays up to $623 a week for up to 26 weeks, a middle-of-the-pack maximum (#26 of 51). Estimate yours below.
Only some states pay a dependent allowance.
An estimate only, your state agency sets your actual benefit. Nothing you enter is stored.
Maine's 2026 figures
| Weekly benefit range | $108 - $623 |
| Maximum duration | 26 weeks (15-26; base max $623, up to $1,090 with max dependents) |
| Waiting week | Yes, one unpaid week |
| How it's figured | two high quarters |
| Taxed by Maine? | Yes |
Worked example: a $60,000 earner in Maine
On a $60,000 prior wage, the estimate is about $577 a week (within Maine's $108-$623 range). Over 26 weeks that's up to $15,002 in total. Maine has an unpaid one-week waiting week, so your first payment covers the second week you claim.
Questions about Maine unemployment
How much does Maine pay in unemployment?
Between $108 and $623 a week in 2026, based on your prior wages (two high quarters). The $623 maximum is a middle-of-the-pack maximum (#26 of 51).
How long does Maine unemployment last?
Up to 26 weeks15-26; base max $623, up to $1,090 with max dependents. That's separate from the weekly amount; low earners may qualify for fewer weeks.
Is Maine unemployment taxed?
Federally, yes, it's ordinary income (elect 10% withholding on Form W-4V). Maine also taxes it on the state return.
Does severance affect my Maine unemployment?
Filing timing can matter. Some states delay or reduce unemployment while severance is being paid, and the rule varies. Maine's treatment is not modeled here, confirm the timing with Maine Department of Labor, Bureau of Unemployment Compensation before you file, since it is a real-money decision.
File with Maine Department of Labor, Bureau of Unemployment Compensation. This is an estimate, Maine Department of Labor, Bureau of Unemployment Compensation determines your actual benefit.
Your Maine layoff toolkit
- Maine severance tax the tax on your severance
- Runway calculator how long your money lasts
- Maine paycheck calculator your take-home when you're back at work
- Maine 1099 tax if you go freelance or contract
An estimate, Maine's agency determines your actual benefit. Figures from the verified 2026 dataset, last verified 2026-07-24. Nothing you enter is stored. Not tax or legal advice.