2026 Pennsylvania Workers' Comp Rate Schedule Announced

PA Department of Labor & Industry Establishes New Rates

The PA Department of Labor & Industry announced an updated statewide average weekly wage of $1,394.00, establishing the new maximum weekly compensation rate for injuries occurring on or after January 1,2026.

Under the 2026 rate schedule:

·     AWW ≤ $774.43 → TTD benefits paid at 90% of AWW

·     AWW $774.44 – $1,045.50 → TTD benefits capped at$697.00/week

·     AWW $1,045.51 – $2,091.00 → TTD benefits paid at66⅔% of AWW

·     AWW > $2,091.00 → TTD benefits capped at the new maximum of $1,394.00/week

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