Vermont Minimum Wage 2026: $14.42/hr

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

Vermont has its own minimum wage law. The state rate of $14.42/hr applies to most covered employees.

Minimum Wage

$14.42

per hour

Tipped Wage

$7.21

per hour (cash wage)

Effective Date

2026-01-01

Vermont Overtime Rules

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

Vermont requires overtime at 1.5x for hours over 40 per week, matching FLSA. Vermont's overtime law applies to employers with 2+ employees.

Additional Information

Vermont adjusts annually for CPI (minimum 5% above federal rate or CPI-indexed, whichever is higher). Tipped minimum cash wage is 50% of minimum ($7.21/hr).

Official source: Vermont 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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