Jury Duty Pay Calculator by State

See how much you'll actually get paid for jury duty in your state.

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California pays jurors
$15.00/day
Jury pay total
$75
Lost wages
$1,400
Net financial impact
$-1,325
Highest paying states
  • Arkansas$50.00/day
  • Colorado$50.00/day
  • Massachusetts$50.00/day
  • North Dakota$50.00/day
  • South Dakota$50.00/day
Lowest paying states
  • Connecticut$0.00/day
  • New Jersey$5.00/day
  • Texas$6.00/day
  • Missouri$6.00/day
  • Pennsylvania$9.00/day

Jury Duty Pay Calculator by State — How Much Do You Earn?

Got summoned for jury duty in the U.S.? Pay varies wildly by state — Texas pays just $6/day while Arkansas and Massachusetts pay $50. This calculator shows your state's jury pay rate and the financial impact based on your normal wages.

How to use this tool

  1. 1

    Pick your state

    Pay rates vary 8× across states.

  2. 2

    Enter days of jury service

    Typical: 1–10 days.

  3. 3

    Enter your normal daily wage

    And whether employer pays during jury service.

  4. 4

    See net financial impact

    Plus the highest- and lowest-paying states.

Pro tips

  • Many large employers (Fortune 500) pay full salary during jury duty — check your employee handbook.
  • Federal jury duty pays better than state — $50/day starting, $60/day after 10 days.
  • You can deduct unreimbursed jury duty pay if you gave it to your employer to keep your salary.

Frequently asked questions

Can I be fired for jury duty?

No — federal and state law protects your job during jury service. Employers can't fire or retaliate.

Do I have to serve?

Yes — failing to appear can result in fines or contempt of court. You can request rescheduling for legitimate hardship.

Is jury duty pay taxable?

Yes — it's reported on a 1099 if over $600 in a year, and always counts as taxable income.

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