Minimum Wage in Massachusetts
The current Massachusetts minimum wage, the tipped wage, scheduled increases and overtime rules, from the official source.
Short answer: $15.00 per hour. The state rate must always be at least 50 cents above the federal minimum wage. M.G.L. c. 151, §1
| Minimum wage | $15.00 per hour. The state rate must always be at least 50 cents above the federal minimum wage. No further increase is set in state law. Source: M.G.L. c. 151, §1 |
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| Tipped minimum wage | Service employees who regularly receive more than $20 a month in tips may be paid a cash wage of at least $6.75 per hour, as long as tips make up the difference to the full minimum wage, figured at the end of each shift. The employee must be told about this rule and keep all tips, though tip pooling among tipped employees is allowed. Source: M.G.L. c. 151, §7 |
| Overtime | 1.5 times the regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. No daily overtime. Source: M.G.L. c. 151, §1A |
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FAQ
What is the minimum wage in Massachusetts?
$15.00 per hour. The state rate must always be at least 50 cents above the federal minimum wage.
What is the tipped minimum wage in Massachusetts?
Service employees who regularly receive more than $20 a month in tips may be paid a cash wage of at least $6.75 per hour, as long as tips make up the difference to the full minimum wage, figured at the end of each shift. The employee must be told about this rule and keep all tips, though tip pooling among tipped employees is allowed.
What are the overtime rules in Massachusetts?
1.5 times the regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. No daily overtime.
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.