How much does workers' comp pay in Vermont?
- Vermont temporary total disability pays two-thirds of average weekly wages, between $612 and $1,836 a week for injuries July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 ($588–$1,763 the prior year).
- Limits adjust every July 1, and ongoing benefits are adjusted each July after 26 weeks.
- The first three days are unpaid unless disability continues long enough under the statute.
Official-source review: . General guidance, not legal advice.
Calculate Vermont ordinary total-disability pay
Estimated weekly TTD
$800.00
Assumes full temporary disability and a correct AWW. Does not establish eligibility, apply waiting periods or offsets, or model partial disability.
Vermont permanent-award rules: what actually drives the payout
- Vermont permanent partial disability is a whole-person rating award: impairment % × 330 weeks × two-thirds of average weekly wage, within the same weekly minimum and maximum as temporary benefits.
- A 10% whole-person rating at $1,200 AWW is 33 weeks × $800 = $26,400.
- Vermont does not use a body-part weeks schedule for current injuries.
Medical impairment, legal disability and loss of earning capacity are different measurements. Use the established award category and applicable rate before doing dollar arithmetic. Do not borrow a rating from Social Security, the VA or another state.
| Award basis | Full-loss / full-person weeks |
|---|---|
| Whole person (330-week basis) | 330 |
How to evaluate a Vermont settlement
- Vermont compromise settlements must be approved by the Commissioner, who must find the settlement serves the worker's or dependents' best interests.
- Whether a settlement can close future medical was not verified from official sources; read the agreement's terms.
- Check the wage worksheet, award classification, rating evidence and unpaid benefits.
- Identify exactly which medical conditions, future treatment and wage-loss rights are released.
- Separate gross value from prior payments, approved fees, liens and other adjustments.
- Review Medicare and Social Security coordination when relevant; a medical allocation is not an automatic settlement multiplier.
Vermont workers' compensation rates by injury date
Dated rate history from official Vermont sources, reviewed . Looking for employer premiums? See workers' comp insurance cost by state.
| Injury period | Weekly maximum | Minimum basis |
|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 | $1,836.00 | $612.00; no more than actual wages |
| July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025 | $1,763.00 | $588.00; no more than actual wages |
Reporting, filing and official sources
- Notify your employer as soon as practicable.
- A claim generally must be made within six months of the injury, and proceedings generally may not start more than three years after the injury, subject to statutory exceptions.
- Employers must report qualifying injuries to the Department within 72 hours.
Vermont benefit questions
How much does workers' comp pay in Vermont?+
Vermont temporary total disability pays two-thirds of average weekly wages, between $612 and $1,836 a week for injuries July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 ($588–$1,763 the prior year). Limits adjust every July 1, and ongoing benefits are adjusted each July after 26 weeks. The first three days are unpaid unless disability continues long enough under the statute.
How do permanent disability benefits work in Vermont?+
Vermont permanent partial disability is a whole-person rating award: impairment % × 330 weeks × two-thirds of average weekly wage, within the same weekly minimum and maximum as temporary benefits. A 10% whole-person rating at $1,200 AWW is 33 weeks × $800 = $26,400. Vermont does not use a body-part weeks schedule for current injuries.
Can a Vermont settlement close future medical care?+
Vermont compromise settlements must be approved by the Commissioner, who must find the settlement serves the worker's or dependents' best interests. Whether a settlement can close future medical was not verified from official sources; read the agreement's terms.
What are the reporting and filing deadlines in Vermont?+
Notify your employer as soon as practicable. A claim generally must be made within six months of the injury, and proceedings generally may not start more than three years after the injury, subject to statutory exceptions. Employers must report qualifying injuries to the Department within 72 hours.
Does Vermont use a body-part payout schedule?+
No. Current Vermont permanent partial awards use the whole-person impairment rating times 330 weeks, not separate weeks per body part.
Do Vermont benefit limits change during my claim?+
Yes. Vermont adjusts the minimum and maximum every July 1, and ongoing total-disability benefits are adjusted each July after 26 weeks of payments.
Who must approve a Vermont settlement?+
The Commissioner of Labor must approve a compromise settlement and find it is in your best interest. It is not final just because both sides signed it.
Does surgery guarantee a larger Vermont settlement?+
No. Surgery can change treatment costs, restrictions and medical evidence, but there is no automatic surgery multiplier. Permanent disability must be established under the applicable rules. Compare the benefits released and future care needs, not just the procedure name.
Are Vermont workers' comp benefits taxable?+
Benefits paid under a workers' compensation law for an occupational injury or illness are generally excluded from federal income tax. Returned-to-work wages, retirement payments and Social Security offsets can have different tax treatment. Review IRS Publication 525 and seek tax advice for the agreement's allocations.
Can I receive pain and suffering through Vermont workers' comp?+
Workers' compensation generally does not award pain and suffering. A separate claim against a responsible third party may allow different damages, but employer immunity and reimbursement rights need separate legal review.
When should I compare a Vermont settlement offer?+
Compare an offer after understanding the wage calculation, medical condition, permanent-award category, unpaid benefits and rights released. There is no guaranteed settlement timeline. A bigger lump sum may be worse if it transfers expensive future treatment to you.
Where can I verify my Vermont benefit rate?+
Use the official agency resources linked on this page and the written rate calculation in your claim. Injury date, benefit category, wage records and applicable limits matter. An entered rate is not independently verified by this calculator.
These calculations are estimates based on your inputs and general workers' compensation formulas. Actual benefits depend on state law, your specific injury, employer insurance carrier, and other factors. This is not legal advice. Consult a licensed workers' compensation attorney for guidance specific to your claim.