Michigan Minimum Wage 2026: $13.73/hr

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

Michigan has its own minimum wage law. The state rate of $13.73/hr applies to most covered employees.

Minimum Wage

$13.73

per hour

Tipped Wage

$5.49

per hour (cash wage)

Effective Date

2026-01-01

Michigan Overtime Rules

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

Michigan requires overtime at 1.5x for hours over 40 per week, matching FLSA.

Additional Information

Michigan's wage is subject to the Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act (2018) and Mothering Justice v. Nessel ruling. Adjusts annually. Tipped minimum cash wage is 40% of minimum wage ($5.49/hr) under HB 4002/SB 8. Tipped wage graduated schedule under HB 4002/SB 8: Jan 1, 2026: $5.49 (40%); Jan 1, 2027: $6.30 (42% of $15.00); Jan 1, 2028: $7.04 (44%, est. $16.00 base); Jan 1, 2029: TBD (46%); Jan 1, 2030: TBD (48%); Jan 1, 2031: 50% of minimum wage permanently.

Official source: Michigan 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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