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Idaho Unemployment Benefits Calculator 2025

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Official Idaho Department of Labor - Unemployment Benefits Information
Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates based on 2025 Idaho unemployment benefit guidelines. Results are for informational purposes only and may not reflect your actual benefit amount. For official determinations, contact the Idaho Department of Labor or file an official claim.

Idaho Unemployment: FAQ 2025

How much unemployment can I get in Idaho 2025?

In Idaho, you'll get between $72 and $499 per week. Your payment depends on your highest-earning quarter. The state calculates your benefit by dividing your highest quarter wages by 26. You can't get more than the maximum amount, no matter how much you earned.

How do I calculate my weekly unemployment benefit in Idaho?

Idaho's unemployment calculator uses a simple formula. Take your highest-earning quarter from your base period. Divide that amount by 26 weeks. That's your weekly benefit amount, but it can't exceed $499 per week.

What's the minimum income needed for Idaho unemployment benefits?

You need at least $1,872 in wages during one quarter of your base period. Your total base period wages must equal 1.25 times your highest quarter. The base period covers four quarters of work history. These wage requirements determine if you qualify for benefits.

How long can I collect unemployment benefits in Idaho?

You can receive Idaho unemployment benefits for up to 26 weeks maximum. That's about six months of payments. During high unemployment periods, you might get extended benefits. Your benefit duration depends on your work history and wages earned.

Can I work part-time and still get unemployment in Idaho?

Yes, you can work part-time while getting unemployment benefits. But you can't earn more than 1.5 times your weekly benefit. You must keep looking for full-time work. Report all part-time earnings when you file your weekly claim.

What disqualifies you from unemployment benefits in Idaho?

You must be out of work through no fault of your own. Getting fired for misconduct disqualifies you. Quitting without good cause also disqualifies you. You need to be able to work and actively seeking employment.

When do Idaho unemployment benefits start in 2025?

Benefits start after you file your claim and complete a waiting week. You won't get paid for the first week you're unemployed. File your claim as soon as you lose your job. Don't wait because benefits don't cover time before you apply.

How do I apply for unemployment benefits in Idaho 2025?

You can file online through Idaho's unemployment website or visit any Department of Labor office. You'll need your Social Security number, driver's license, and work history. File during your first week of unemployment for fastest processing. Have your employer information ready when you apply.

Idaho Unemployment Maximum Weekly Benefit Amount

Idaho’s maximum weekly unemployment benefit is $532 in 2025. This is the most money you can get each week. The minimum amount is $72 per week.

Your actual benefit depends on how much you earned before losing your job. Most people get between $200 to $400 weekly. The state looks at your highest-earning quarter to decide your amount.

Idaho benefits last up to 26 weeks normally. During high unemployment periods, you might get 13 extra weeks. That’s 39 weeks total if extended benefits are available.

Key Numbers for 2025:

  • Maximum weekly benefit: $532
  • Minimum weekly benefit: $72
  • Standard benefit period: 26 weeks
  • Extended benefits: Up to 13 additional weeks

How Much Unemployment Will I Get If I Make $1000 a Week in Idaho

If you make $1000 per week in Idaho, you’ll get about $385 in weekly unemployment benefits. This equals roughly 38% of your previous weekly income.

Here’s how it works for $1000 weekly earners:

  • Your quarterly earnings: $13,000 ($1000 x 13 weeks)
  • Weekly benefit calculation: $13,000 ÷ 26 = $500
  • But Idaho caps benefits at $532 maximum
  • So you’d get the calculated $385 amount

Real Example:

  • Previous weekly pay: $1000
  • Estimated weekly benefit: $385
  • Benefit duration: 26 weeks
  • Total potential benefits: $10,010

Remember, you must be actively looking for work. You also can’t turn down suitable job offers that pay similar wages.

How to Calculate Unemployment Benefits in Idaho

Idaho uses a simple formula to calculate your weekly unemployment amount. Here’s the step-by-step process:

Step 1: Find Your Base Period Your base period is the first four of the last five completed quarters before you filed. Idaho looks at your earnings during these four quarters.

Step 2: Identify Your Highest Quarter The state finds which quarter you earned the most money. This becomes your “high quarter” for calculations.

Step 3: Apply the Formula Take your high quarter earnings and divide by 26. This gives you your weekly benefit amount.

Step 4: Check the Limits

  • If your calculation is under $72, you get $72
  • If it’s over $532, you get $532
  • If it’s between $72-$532, you get the calculated amount

Quick Calculation Examples:

  • High quarter: $10,000 → Weekly benefit: $385 ($10,000 ÷ 26)
  • High quarter: $15,000 → Weekly benefit: $532 (hits maximum)
  • High quarter: $5,000 → Weekly benefit: $192 ($5,000 ÷ 26)

You also need at least $2,262 in total base period wages to qualify for any benefits.

Idaho Unemployment Max Benefit 2025

The maximum unemployment benefit in Idaho for 2025 is $532 per week. This amount stays the same throughout the year unless the state legislature changes it.

What Determines the Maximum: Idaho sets the max at 60% of the state’s average weekly wage. As Idaho’s average wages grow, the maximum benefit amount increases too.

Who Gets the Maximum Amount: You need high quarterly earnings to reach $532 weekly. Specifically, you need at least $13,832 in your highest-earning quarter.

Comparison to Other Benefits:

  • Federal minimum wage worker: Gets about $150/week
  • Median Idaho worker: Gets about $350/week
  • High earners: Get the $532 maximum

Duration at Maximum Rate: Even if you get $532 weekly, you still only get benefits for 26 weeks normally. Your total maximum benefit would be $13,832 over six months.

When Maximum Changes: Idaho reviews benefit amounts yearly. The 2025 maximum of $532 represents an increase from previous years as wages have grown statewide.

The state also offers partial unemployment benefits if you work part-time while collecting. Your benefits reduce dollar-for-dollar after you earn more than $72 per week.