Georgia Minimum Wage 2026: $7.25/hr

Last updated: June 2026 — Source: Georgia Department of Labor

Georgia has its own minimum wage law. The state rate of $7.25/hr applies to most covered employees.

Minimum Wage

$7.25

per hour

Tipped Wage

$2.13

per hour (cash wage)

Effective Date

2009-07-24

Georgia Overtime Rules

Weekly overtime threshold 40 hours
State overtime law Federal FLSA only

Georgia has no state overtime law. Federal FLSA rules apply.

Additional Information

Georgia's state minimum wage is $5.15/hr, but FLSA-covered employers must pay the federal rate of $7.25. The federal rate applies to virtually all non-exempt workers.

Official source: Georgia Department of Labor · Overtime: state labor standards

Data sourced from official state labor department websites and the US Department of Labor (dol.gov). Last updated: June 2026. Calculator results are estimates for informational purposes only. For disputes involving unpaid wages or wrongful termination, consult a licensed employment attorney in your state.

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