Minimum Wage in Pennsylvania
The current Pennsylvania 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 minimum wage. No increase is scheduled. Pennsylvania Minimum Wage Act of 1968 (43 P.S. § 333.101 et seq.)
| Minimum wage | $7.25 per hour, the same as the federal minimum wage. No increase is scheduled. |
|---|---|
| Tipped minimum wage | $2.83 per hour cash wage. The employer may count tips toward the rest of the minimum wage only for workers who receive more than $135 a month in tips. Employers may not deduct credit card or other payment-processing fees from an employee's tips. |
| Overtime | Time and one-half the regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. No general daily overtime rule. |
Where to get help in Pennsylvania
- Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry, Bureau of Labor Law Compliance
- File a complaint or claim
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FAQ
What is the minimum wage in Pennsylvania?
$7.25 per hour, the same as the federal minimum wage. No increase is scheduled.
What is the tipped minimum wage in Pennsylvania?
$2.83 per hour cash wage. The employer may count tips toward the rest of the minimum wage only for workers who receive more than $135 a month in tips. Employers may not deduct credit card or other payment-processing fees from an employee's tips.
What are the overtime rules in Pennsylvania?
Time and one-half the regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. No general 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.