Massachusetts Minimum Wage 2026: $15.00/hr

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

Massachusetts has its own minimum wage law. The state rate of $15.00/hr applies to most covered employees.

Minimum Wage

$15.00

per hour

Tipped Wage

$6.75

per hour (cash wage)

Effective Date

2023-01-01

Massachusetts Overtime Rules

Weekly overtime threshold 40 hours
State overtime law Yes — state law

Massachusetts requires overtime at 1.5x for hours over 40 per week.

Additional Information

Massachusetts reached $15.00 on January 1, 2023. Tipped minimum cash wage is $6.75/hr. The service rate must ensure total compensation meets or exceeds the standard minimum wage.

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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