Maternity Pay Calculator (UK)
Updated on 22 Oct 2026 · Checked by Aotob
Over 39 weeks you get about £10,047 before tax.
£605.77 a week for 6 weeks, then £194.32 a week for 33 weeks.
Maternity pay before tax
£10,047
Weeks 40 to 52 of maternity leave are unpaid unless your employer pays more. SMP is taxed like normal pay.
Show the working
Average weekly pay = 35,000 ÷ 52 = 673.08
6 × 605.77 + 33 × 194.32 = 10,047
Week by week
| Weeks | A week | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1–6 | 605.77 | 3,635 |
| 7–39 | 194.32 | 6,413 |
| 40–52 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 10,047 |
Questions people ask
How much is statutory maternity pay?
90% of average weekly earnings for the first 6 weeks, then £194.32 a week or 90% of earnings if lower for the next 33 weeks (from April 2026).
Who qualifies?
Employees with 26 weeks’ service by the 15th week before the due date, earning at least £129 a week on average.
Is maternity pay taxed?
Yes, like normal pay, through PAYE.
Updated 22 Oct 2026Source: GOV.UK: Statutory Maternity Pay ratesChecked by AotobTax year 2026-27, before tax.Report an issue