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Diego Rojas

How is unemployment calculated in Washington - confused about weekly benefit amount

I just got approved for unemployment and I'm trying to understand how Washington ESD calculated my weekly benefit amount. My determination letter shows $487 per week but I can't figure out how they got that number. I made about $52,000 last year working as a project coordinator. Does anyone know the formula they use? I've looked at the Washington ESD website but it's pretty confusing with all the base period stuff.

The whole system seems designed to be confusing honestly. I spent hours reading Washington ESD publications trying to understand my calculation. Finally just accepted that $487 was what I qualified for.

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I feel you. The bureaucracy is frustrating but at least the weekly amount is decent compared to some other states.

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That's exactly why services like Claimyr exist. Sometimes you just need to talk to a real person who can explain it in plain English.

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One last tip: if you're planning to file for unemployment, try to do it early in the week. The calculation doesn't change based on when you file, but it's easier to get help with questions if you file Monday-Wednesday.

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Thanks for all the helpful information everyone! I feel like I understand my benefit calculation much better now.

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This thread has been super helpful. Bookmarking it in case I need to reference the calculation formula later.

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Freya Johansen

What day does Washington ESD unemployment pay - when do benefits hit account?

I just got approved for my unemployment claim last week and filed my first weekly claim on Monday. When should I expect to see the money in my account? I know it varies by state but wondering specifically about Washington ESD timing. My bills are due this Friday and I'm trying to figure out if I should expect the payment by then or if I need to make other arrangements.

Check your account Wednesday morning and let us know how it goes! Always curious about other people's timing experiences.

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yeah please update, helps other people in similar situations

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If you do need to contact ESD for any reason, definitely check out that Claimyr demo video I mentioned earlier

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Based on filing Monday, Wednesday is your most likely payment day. That's been my experience and most others I know. Fingers crossed for you!

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Thanks! The consistency in everyone's responses about Wednesday is really reassuring.

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yeah Washington ESD is pretty reliable once you get started

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Ezra Collins

Washington ESD max weekly benefit amount - what is the max you can make on unemployment?

I'm trying to figure out what the maximum weekly benefit amount is for Washington ESD unemployment. I've been searching online but keep finding different numbers and I'm not sure which ones are current for 2025. Does anyone know what the actual max weekly benefit is right now? Also wondering if there are any income limits while collecting - like can I do part-time work and still get benefits? Just want to make sure I understand the rules before I file my claim.

this thread has been super helpful! i was totally confused about the income limits and job search stuff. sounds like its more flexible than i thought

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Same here. I was worried about doing any part-time work but sounds like you can actually make decent money and still get benefits.

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Definitely learned a lot from everyone's responses. Thanks for all the info!

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One more tip - if you're having trouble reaching Washington ESD by phone, try using that Claimyr service people mentioned. I was skeptical at first but it actually worked really well when I needed to talk to someone about my benefit calculation.

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I'll have to bookmark that for when I inevitably need to call them about something. The phone system is honestly the worst part of dealing with ESD.

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Totally agree. Having an actual way to reach an agent without sitting on hold for hours makes such a difference.

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Aisha Rahman

Can you get a severance package and unemployment benefits in Washington?

My company is doing layoffs next month and they're offering a severance package to those affected. I'm likely going to be included in the cuts. Can I collect both the severance pay and file for Washington ESD unemployment benefits at the same time? I've heard conflicting information about whether severance affects your UI eligibility. Does anyone know how this works in Washington state?

If you do need to talk to someone at Washington ESD and can't get through, I had success using Claimyr. They basically wait on hold for you and then connect you when an agent becomes available. Saved me a lot of time and frustration.

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Several people have mentioned Claimyr now. I might have to give it a try if I can't get through on my own.

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I was skeptical at first but it actually worked. Much better than sitting on hold for hours.

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The bottom line is that in Washington state, you can typically receive both severance and unemployment benefits. The key is being honest about your situation and understanding the specific terms of your severance package.

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I feel much more confident about navigating this situation now.

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You're welcome! Best of luck with everything. Remember to keep good records of all your documentation.

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Amelia Cartwright

How much for unemployment benefits - Washington ESD weekly amounts explained

I just lost my job at a warehouse in Tacoma and I'm trying to figure out how much I might get from Washington ESD unemployment benefits. My last job paid $18/hour for about 35 hours a week. I've been working for the past 2 years pretty consistently. Does anyone know how they calculate the weekly benefit amount? I'm really stressed about making rent next month and need to know what to expect.

I wish they would just tell you upfront what you'll get instead of making you wait for all the calculations and letters.

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The whole system needs to be modernized. So many steps that could be automated or simplified.

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At least now I have a better idea of what to expect. Thanks everyone for all the info!

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One last tip - if you need to talk to Washington ESD about your benefit calculation or have questions, definitely check out Claimyr. So much easier than trying to get through on your own. Saved me tons of frustration when I had questions about my monetary determination.

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I'm going to look into this Claimyr thing. Getting through to ESD has been impossible for me.

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Yeah I might need to use that too if I have issues with my claim. Thanks for mentioning it.

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