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Minimum Wage Calculator

Minimum Wage Earnings

Calculate earnings at minimum wage for different states and hours worked

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Formula

Weekly Pay = Hourly Rate × Hours/Week. Monthly Pay = Weekly Pay × 52 / 12. Annual Pay = Weekly Pay × Weeks/Year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the federal minimum wage?
The federal minimum wage has been $7.25 per hour since July 2009. However, 30+ states and many cities have set higher minimum wages. Employers must pay whichever is higher - the federal, state, or local minimum wage.
Which state has the highest minimum wage?
Washington state has one of the highest state minimum wages at $16.28/hour. California follows at $16.00/hour. Some cities like Seattle, San Francisco, and New York City have even higher local minimum wages.
Do all workers earn minimum wage?
Most workers are covered, but there are exceptions. Tipped employees can be paid as low as $2.13/hour federally (tips must bring them to minimum wage). Some exemptions exist for young workers, student workers, and workers with disabilities under certain programs.

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