​What is the Minneapolis Minimum Wage?

In 2026, the Minneapolis Minimum Wage is $16.37.

On January 1, 2027, it will increase to $17.02.

There is a higher Minimum Wage in Minneapolis than the rest of the state. It is now the same for everyone across the city and increases every January 1st.
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​Coverage depends on the physical location (in Minneapolis) of the employee while performing work. It applies regardless of employer size or the employee's age.

Fast Facts for Employers
​and Employees

​HOW MUCH IS THE MINNEAPOLIS MINIMUM WAGE?

The required minimum wage rate for work performed in Minneapolis during 2026 is $16.37. In 2027, the Minneapolis minimum wage is $17.02. The minimum wage increases every January 1 to account for inflation (capped at 5%). ​

DOES THE ORDINANCE APPLY TO AN EMPLOYER WHO ISN’T LOCATED IN MINNEAPOLIS BUT HAS AN EMPLOYEE PERFORMING WORK IN MINNEAPOLIS? 

Yes, regardless of where an employer is located, the employer must pay at least the Minneapolis minimum wage rate — for time an employee performs work in the City of Minneapolis — to any employee who performs at least two hours of work in a calendar week within the City of Minneapolis. For purposes of this rule, a calendar week runs from Monday to Sunday. 

DO TIPS COUNT TOWARD THE MINIMUM WAGE? ​

Tips and gratuities do not affect the new minimum wage owed to employees. No employer may directly or indirectly credit, apply, or utilize gratuities towards payment of the minimum wage. 

Scenario:
Tina is a server at a restaurant in Minneapolis. On average, she receives about $8 an hour in tips. Does that count towards the minimum wage her employer must pay her?  No, it does not. The employer must pay her at least the minimum wage-not counting tips or gratuities.    ​

ARe part-time, seasonal, or temporary employees Covered?

Yes, regardless of where an employer is located, the employer must pay at least the Minneapolis minimum wage rate — for time an employee performs work in the City of Minneapolis — to any employee who performs at least two hours of work in a calendar week within the City of Minneapolis. For purposes of this rule, a calendar week runs from Monday to Sunday. This includes part-time, seasonal, or temporary employees (including those jointly employed by one or more employers).

I WANT TO REPORT A VIOLATION, BUT I’M AFRAID OF RETALIATION. WHAT SHOULD I DO?

Retaliation against an employee for exercising or attempting to exercise any rights available under the Municipal Minimum Wage Ordinance is strictly prohibited.

​Material changes in job duties or hours, formal disciplinary action such as documented warnings, or employment termination may be considered retaliatory. Aggressive enforcement to protect employees’ rights will be pursued by the Department in these types of cases. Employees should report violations in the drop-down tab at the top of this webpage.

WHER​E CAN I RECEIVE MORE INFORMATION?

​The entire FAQ's document is downloadable on the employee or employer resources pages in the download centers. Labor Standards Enforcement Division staff in the Minneapolis Department of Civil Rights will also provide technical assistance or answer questions from anyone. Contact ​(612) 673-3000 (311) or (612) 673-2157 (TTY) or email [email protected] for more information.​

EMPLOYEE RESOURCES

EMPLOYER RESOURCES

Questions? Consultation?
[email protected]
or call 311​​​

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