Unemployment for Self-Employed and Gig Workers in Maryland
Whether 1099 contractors, gig workers and the self-employed can collect unemployment in Maryland, and what misclassified workers can do.
Short answer: Benefits are based on wages from covered employment, which is generally work an employee performs for an employer for wages. Some positions, such as independent contractors, are not covered employment. Maryland Department of Labor, Division of Unemployment Insurance, Claimant Information Pamphlet
| Self-employed, 1099 and gig workers | Benefits are based on wages from covered employment, which is generally work an employee performs for an employer for wages. Some positions, such as independent contractors, are not covered employment. While claiming, you must report gross earnings, including self-employment income. |
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Where to get help in Maryland
More Maryland unemployment benefits
- Logging In to Your Maryland Unemployment Claim
- Unemployment After Being Fired in Maryland
- Unemployment After Quitting in Maryland
- How Much Unemployment Pays in Maryland
- How to File for Unemployment in Maryland
- All Maryland unemployment benefits rules
FAQ
Can self-employed or gig workers get unemployment in Maryland?
Benefits are based on wages from covered employment, which is generally work an employee performs for an employer for wages. Some positions, such as independent contractors, are not covered employment. While claiming, you must report gross earnings, including self-employment income.
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.