Minnesota Minimum Wage Calculator
The Minnesota minimum wage is $11.41 an hour. See what that pays per week, month and year, add overtime and estimate take-home pay.
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About the Minnesota Minimum Wage Calculator
This Minnesota minimum wage calculator turns an hourly wage into weekly, biweekly, monthly and yearly pay, adds overtime and estimates your take-home pay using the 2026 federal tax brackets, FICA and Minnesota's state income tax. The default wage is the current Minnesota minimum wage of $11.41.
How to use it
- Leave the hourly wage at the state minimum or enter your own wage.
- Enter your hours per week, overtime hours and filing status.
- Press Calculate pay to see gross pay and take-home pay in Minnesota.
Minnesota minimum wage in 2026
The minimum wage in Minnesota is $11.41 an hour, which is $4.16 above the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour. The 2027 inflation adjustment is pending. Always confirm the current rate with the Minnesota labor department, because local governments and certain industries may set higher minimums.
Minnesota minimum wage pay by hours worked
| Hours per week | Weekly | Monthly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 hours | $228.20 | $989 | $11,866 |
| 30 hours | $342.30 | $1,483 | $17,800 |
| 40 hours | $456.40 | $1,978 | $23,733 |
Full-time at 40 hours a week, minimum wage pays about $23,733 a year before tax and about $20,703 after federal, FICA and Minnesota state tax for a single filer.
Overtime at minimum wage
Under federal law, covered non-exempt employees earn at least 1.5 times their regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. At $11.41 an hour, overtime pays $17.12 an hour. Some states add daily overtime rules.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Minnesota?
The Minnesota minimum wage is $11.41 an hour in 2026. The 2027 inflation adjustment is pending.
How much is minimum wage per year in Minnesota?
Working 40 hours a week for 52 weeks at $11.41 an hour is $23,733 a year before taxes, or about $1,978 a month.
Is the Minnesota minimum wage higher than the federal minimum?
The federal minimum wage is $7.25 an hour. The Minnesota rate is $4.16 higher, and employers must pay the higher rate.
What is overtime pay at minimum wage in Minnesota?
Overtime for non-exempt employees is generally 1.5 times the regular rate, so $17.12 an hour at the Minnesota minimum wage.
How much is take-home pay on minimum wage in Minnesota?
A single full-time worker earns about $1,725 a month after federal tax, FICA and Minnesota state income tax. Use the calculator above for your hours.
Last reviewed: November 2026. Rates shown as of November 2026. Confirm with your state labor department.