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Unemployment Help Center

Wilbur from Syracuse asks:

How much money can I get each week?

Statepay support representative suggests:

There are too many factors for us to give you an exact figure, however, the national average is $277 per week, but it all depends on your personal circumstances and the laws of your state.

What can influence the amount? Whether or not you have children or dependents, how much you earned, how your state calculates benefits (weekly, quarterly, or annually), and other factors.

Additionally, you should know that your unemployment benefits are considered taxable income, so plan accordingly. You may want to have your state agency automatically withhold taxes.