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PTO Value

What's your unused vacation really worth?

Enter your salary, PTO days, and company policy. See total value, cash-out amount, and how much you could lose.

$3,923

unused PTO value

12 days at $327/day

Your PTO

Value

Unused days

12.0

Daily rate

$327

Total value

$3,923

Cash-out

$3,923

Rollover

$1,569

Could lose

$0

Freedom Coach™

Your unused PTO is worth ~$3,923.

12 days × $327/day. Cash-out: $3,923. Rollover: $1,569.

  • Great — your policy protects the full value.
  • Book PTO in Q4 6 weeks in advance to avoid the "everyone waits" queue.
  • Unused PTO doesn't equal loyalty — it equals free labor. Take it.

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Frequently asked questions

What is unused PTO worth?

Your daily rate (salary / workdays) × unused days. A $85k salary and 12 unused days = ~$3,900 in unclaimed comp.

Do all companies pay out unused PTO?

No. Some states (California) require full payout on separation; other states leave it to policy. Roll-over caps vary widely.

Should I take PTO or cash out?

Take it. PTO cash-outs are taxed as ordinary income, and multiple studies show taking time off improves performance and retention.

What if I have 'unlimited PTO'?

Track days taken. 'Unlimited' often means fewer days used and zero payout on separation — worse than a defined bank of 15 days.

How do I not lose year-end PTO?

Book Q4 time by Aug 1. Set a calendar reminder for 'PTO deadline − 60 days' every year.

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