Unemployment Benefits by State
Unemployment insurance is run by each state under federal rules. Eligibility, benefit amounts and how long benefits last all differ by state. Here are the rules state by state, each linked to the state agency or statute.
Choose your state
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Compare the states
- Unemployment Claim Login Pages in Every State
- Maximum Weekly Unemployment Benefits by State
- How Many Weeks of Unemployment Each State Pays
- Can You Get Unemployment If Fired? State by State
Tools, guides and templates
Plain-English guides
Frequently asked questions
Can you get unemployment if you are fired?
Often yes, if you were let go for reasons other than misconduct, such as poor fit or a layoff. Being fired for misconduct usually disqualifies you. Each state defines misconduct differently.
How do I apply for unemployment?
Apply with the unemployment agency in the state where you worked, usually online, as soon as you lose your job. Most states require you to file weekly claims and look for work while you collect.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.