Kentucky Minimum Wage: $7.25/hr
Current minimum wage information for Kentucky, including the tipped employee wage, overtime rules, exemptions, and any scheduled increases.
Data last updated: Jan 15, 2025 $7.25 State minimum wage
$2.13 Tipped minimum wage
$7.25 Federal minimum wage
Key Takeaways
- State minimum wage: $7.25/hr.
- Tipped minimum wage: $2.13/hr.
- Effective: 2009-07-24.
- Scheduled increases: None. Kentucky's minimum wage matches the federal rate..
Wage Details
Scheduled Increases
None. Kentucky's minimum wage matches the federal rate.
Local Exceptions
None. A state law preempts local minimum wage ordinances.
Overtime Rules
Kentucky requires overtime at 1.5x after 40 hours per week, and also after 7 consecutive days of work in a workweek.
Exemptions
Standard FLSA exemptions. Agricultural workers, retail/service workers for employers under $95,000 gross annual revenue, and seasonal amusement workers may be exempt.
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