Minimum Wage in Indiana
The current Indiana minimum wage, the tipped wage, scheduled increases and overtime rules, from the official source.
Short answer: $7.25 per hour, the same as the federal rate, in effect since July 24, 2009. Most Indiana employers are covered by the federal FLSA; employers not covered by federal law may still be covered by the Indiana Minimum Wage Law. Indiana Minimum Wage Law (IC 22-2-2); Indiana Department of Labor minimum wage poster
| Minimum wage | $7.25 per hour, the same as the federal rate, in effect since July 24, 2009. Most Indiana employers are covered by the federal FLSA; employers not covered by federal law may still be covered by the Indiana Minimum Wage Law. Employees under 20 may be paid $4.25 per hour for their first 90 consecutive days. |
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| Tipped minimum wage | Employers that claim a tip credit must pay tipped employees at least $2.13 per hour. If tips plus wages do not reach the minimum wage, the employer must make up the difference. |
| Overtime | Time-and-a-half after 40 hours in a workweek, with many exceptions. No daily overtime rule. |
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FAQ
What is the minimum wage in Indiana?
$7.25 per hour, the same as the federal rate, in effect since July 24, 2009. Most Indiana employers are covered by the federal FLSA; employers not covered by federal law may still be covered by the Indiana Minimum Wage Law. Employees under 20 may be paid $4.25 per hour for their first 90 consecutive days.
What is the tipped minimum wage in Indiana?
Employers that claim a tip credit must pay tipped employees at least $2.13 per hour. If tips plus wages do not reach the minimum wage, the employer must make up the difference.
What are the overtime rules in Indiana?
Time-and-a-half after 40 hours in a workweek, with many exceptions. No daily overtime rule.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.