In Minnesota, your Average Weekly Wage (AWW) is typically your total gross wages divided by the number of weeks worked, usually the 26 weeks before your injury.
- • Based on Minn. Stat. § 176.011 subd. 18
- • You can enter weekly wages, annual salary, or upload pay period data
- • Save a receipt (print / PDF) and a plain-text copy of the math
Rates verified through 2025-10-01. Reviewed by Dan Swenson, Minnesota workers' comp attorney.
Rates verified through: 2025-10-01
Average Weekly Wage (AWW) Calculator
Your AWW determines the base for almost every workers' comp benefit. Minnesota law uses your wages from the 26 weeks before injury to calculate it.
Enter each paycheck. Use gross pay (before taxes, not your take-home). If you use dates, every row must include both a start and end date. If you don't use dates, leave them blank and enter weeks covered below.
If you leave dates blank, enter the number of weeks these checks cover (often 26 weeks before injury).
This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Results are estimates based on Minnesota workers' compensation law as of the rates shown. Consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
What is AWW?
Average Weekly Wage (AWW) is the foundation of your workers' comp benefits. Under Minn. Stat. § 176.011, subd. 18, it's generally calculated by taking your total wages from the 26 weeks before injury and dividing by the number of weeks worked. Your TTD, TPD, and permanent partial disability benefits are all based on this number.