Pennsylvania Minimum Wage: $7.25/hr
Current minimum wage information for Pennsylvania, including the tipped employee wage, overtime rules, exemptions, and any scheduled increases.
Data last updated: Jan 15, 2025 $7.25 State minimum wage
$2.83 Tipped minimum wage
$7.25 Federal minimum wage
Key Takeaways
- State minimum wage: $7.25/hr.
- Tipped minimum wage: $2.83/hr.
- Effective: 2009-07-24.
- Scheduled increases: None currently enacted. Legislative proposals to increase have been introduced but not passed..
Wage Details
Scheduled Increases
None currently enacted. Legislative proposals to increase have been introduced but not passed.
Local Exceptions
None. State preemption prevents municipalities from setting higher rates. Philadelphia has attempted higher rates but been preempted.
Overtime Rules
Pennsylvania requires overtime at 1.5x after 40 hours per week.
Exemptions
Standard FLSA exemptions apply. Pennsylvania has its own salary threshold for exempt employees.
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