Find Unclaimed Money in Your State
Over $70 billion in unclaimed property is being held by state treasury departments.
Use our free, easy-to-follow guides to search for unclaimed money in any state.
How It Works
1. Choose Your State
Start by selecting the state where you live or have lived previously.
2. Search Official Databases
State-run systems only.
3. Claim What’s Yours
Free claims via treasury websites.
Start With These Popular States
New York Unclaimed Money
New York holds over $18 billion in unclaimed money, with new claims paid every day through the NYS Comptroller. Use our New York unclaimed property guide to search securely and see if you’re owed part of these billions.
California Unclaimed Money
California manages one of the largest unclaimed property programs in the U.S., holding more than $11 billion in forgotten accounts. Start your California unclaimed money search to check for dormant bank accounts, refunds, and cash in your name.
Texas Unclaimed Money
Texas returns hundreds of millions annually and currently safeguards over $7 billion in unclaimed property for residents. Use our Texas unclaimed money tools to see if the state is holding lost funds, checks, or assets for you.
Florida Unclaimed Money
Florida’s Bureau of Unclaimed Property has reunited more than $2 billion with residents, and billions more remain unclaimed. Search Florida unclaimed money records to discover whether refunds, insurance proceeds, or accounts belong to you.
Pennsylvania Unclaimed Money
Pennsylvania holds more than $4 billion in unclaimed property, including refunds, uncashed checks, and dormant accounts. Use our PA unclaimed money search guide to quickly see if any of these unclaimed assets are yours.
Who We Are
UnclaimedMoney.org is an independent educational resource created to help people search for unclaimed money and unclaimed property programs across the United States. We are not a government agency, and all searches are free through official state websites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it free to search for unclaimed money?
Yes. Every state in the U.S. provides a free, official search tool through its treasury or unclaimed property department. You should never have to pay a fee just to look up your name or check whether money is being held for you.
Why does money become unclaimed?
Money becomes unclaimed when a business, financial institution, or government agency cannot reach the rightful owner. This can happen after a change of address, name change, closed bank account, stopped checks, uncashed refunds, or forgotten accounts. Once inactive for a certain period, the funds are transferred to the state until the owner claims them.
How do I file a claim for unclaimed money?
After you find your name in a state’s unclaimed property search, you’ll be guided through a claim form that verifies your identity and ownership. Most states allow you to upload documents online, such as a driver’s license, Social Security number, or proof of address. After approval, the state sends your check directly to you.
Is this a government website?
No. UnclaimedMoney.org is an independent educational resource, not a state or federal government agency. Our purpose is to help you understand how unclaimed money works and to provide direct links to official state databases where you can search and file claims for free.
How long does it take to receive unclaimed money after filing a claim?
Processing times vary by state. Most claims take 2–12 weeks, depending on how quickly you submit verification documents and how complex the claim is. Some states process simple claims in as little as 1–2 weeks.
What types of unclaimed money can I find?
Common types of unclaimed funds include:
Old bank accounts
Refund checks
Uncashed payroll checks
Insurance payments
Utility deposits
Safe deposit box contents
Stock dividends
Tax refunds (state-held)
Each state lists different property categories, but all are required to return funds to the rightful owner at no cost.