Minimum Wage in Minnesota
The current Minnesota minimum wage, the tipped wage, scheduled increases and overtime rules, from the official source.
Short answer: $11.41 per hour for all employers since January 1, 2026 ($9.31 training wage for workers under 20 during their first 90 days). Minneapolis and St. Paul have higher city minimum wages. Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, Minimum wage in Minnesota
| Minimum wage | $11.41 per hour for all employers since January 1, 2026 ($9.31 training wage for workers under 20 during their first 90 days). Minneapolis and St. Paul have higher city minimum wages. Scheduled increase: $11.87 per hour on January 1, 2027 (training wage $9.68). |
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| Tipped minimum wage | No tip credit is allowed. Tipped employees must be paid the full minimum wage plus their tips. Employers may not require tip sharing or tip pools, except that tips may be divided among direct-service employees serving the same customers or the same shift. Card tips must be paid in full by the next pay period. |
| Overtime | Minnesota law requires overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate after 48 hours in a workweek. Employers covered by the federal Fair Labor Standards Act must pay overtime after 40 hours. |
Where to get help in Minnesota
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FAQ
What is the minimum wage in Minnesota?
$11.41 per hour for all employers since January 1, 2026 ($9.31 training wage for workers under 20 during their first 90 days). Minneapolis and St. Paul have higher city minimum wages.
What is the tipped minimum wage in Minnesota?
No tip credit is allowed. Tipped employees must be paid the full minimum wage plus their tips. Employers may not require tip sharing or tip pools, except that tips may be divided among direct-service employees serving the same customers or the same shift. Card tips must be paid in full by the next pay period.
What are the overtime rules in Minnesota?
Minnesota law requires overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate after 48 hours in a workweek. Employers covered by the federal Fair Labor Standards Act must pay overtime after 40 hours.
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.