PTD is a weekly check. In Minnesota, PTD (Permanent Total Disability) is generally two-thirds of wages at the time of injury, subject to a minimum of 65% of SAWW and a maximum equal to the TTD maximum.
- • Minimum PTD: 65% of SAWW
- • Maximum PTD: same as TTD maximum
- • Offset can apply after $25,000 of weekly comp has been paid
Rates verified through 2025-10-01. Reviewed by Dan Swenson, Minnesota workers' comp attorney.
Rates verified through: 2025-10-01
What Should My PTD Check Be?
Enter your DOI and AWW. We'll calculate PTD using the 65% SAWW minimum, show annual adjustments, and walk through the $25,000 offset concept.
DOI controls the max rate and the annual adjustment rule.
Gross (before taxes) weekly earnings at the time of injury.
Walk-through inputs (optional)
We apply annual adjustments up to this date.
Minn. Stat. § 176.101, subd. 6.
PTD generally stops at age 72, except if injured after age 67 it stops after five years of PTD benefits. (Minn. Stat. § 176.101, subd. 4.)
PERA/MSRS disability benefits may reduce your PTD check. This only applies during the disability phase — once converted to a retirement pension, the offset no longer applies.
Statute: offset can apply after $25,000 of weekly comp has been paid. This tool shows a simplified estimate.
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.
How this works (plain English)
Step 1: We start with 2/3 of your AWW (gross weekly wage at the time of injury).
Step 2: We apply the PTD minimum and maximum for your DOI: minimum is 65% of SAWW, and maximum is the TTD maximum.
Step 3: We apply annual adjustments (if eligible) based on Minn. Stat. § 176.645.
Step 4 (optional): PTD can be reduced after $25,000 in weekly comp has been paid by certain government disability or Social Security benefits. This calculator provides a simplified estimate for planning.