US state minimum wage

Minimum wage in Minnesota

$11.41 per hour

Effective 2026-01-01 · Source: dol.gov

Single statewide rate (large/small employer distinction removed). CPI-indexed. Minneapolis and St. Paul higher.

Earnings calculator

Adjust the wage or the hours you work to see gross weekly, monthly and annual pay.

Hourly
$11.41
Daily
$91.28
Weekly
$456
Monthly
$1,978
Annual
$23,733

Gross earnings before tax and deductions. Weekly/monthly/annual figures assume 40 paid hours every week of the year. Actual take-home depends on local taxes, benefits, and hours worked.

Hourly
$11.41
Weekly (40h)
$456
Monthly
$1,978
Annual
$23,733

Minimum wage in Minnesota: FAQ

What is the minimum wage in Minnesota?
The minimum wage in Minnesota is $11.41 per hour, effective 2026-01-01.
How much is that per year at full time?
At 40 hours a week for 52 weeks, the Minnesota minimum wage works out to about $23,733 in gross annual pay, before tax and deductions.
Are there exceptions or upcoming changes?
Single statewide rate (large/small employer distinction removed). CPI-indexed. Minneapolis and St. Paul higher.

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