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What is the minimum wage in Alabama?

Alabama has no minimum wage law. That means eligible employees in Alabama are entitled to either federal minimum wage (currently $7.25 per hour) or any local (city of county) minimum wage law that is on the books, whichever wage rate is higher.

Is the minimum wage different in Alabama for tipped employees?

Because Alabama has no minimum wage law, Alabama employees are subject to the federal (FLSA) rules on tip credits and minimum wages for employees who receive tips.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

Alabama has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the Alabama Department of Industrial Relations.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Alabama does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Alabama, contact the state Department of Industrial Relations.

What is the minimum wage in Alaska?

As of January 1, 2016, the minimum wage is $9.75 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Alaska for tipped employees?

Although the FLSA and the laws of some states allow employers to pay tipped employees a lower minimum wage, Alaska law does not. In Alaska, tipped employees are entitled to the full minimum wage for every hour worked.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Alaska, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than eight hours in a day or more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Alaska does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Alaska, contact the state Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

What is the minimum wage in Arizona?

The minimum wage in Arizona is $8.05 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Arizona for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. The maximum tip credit in Arizona is $3, which means that employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage as low as $4.90, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

Arizona has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the Industrial Commission of Arizona.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Arizona does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Arizona, contact the state Industrial Commission.

What is the minimum wage in Arkansas?

As of January 1, 2016, the minimum wage in Arkansas is $8.00 per hour. The minimum wage will increase to $8.50 on January 1, 2017.

Is the minimum wage different in Arkansas for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Arkansas, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $2.63, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Arkansas, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Arkansas Department of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Arkansas does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Arkansas, contact the state Department of Labor.

What is the minimum wage in California?

As of January 1, 2016, the minimum wage in California is $10 an hour.

Is the minimum wage different in California for tipped employees?

Although the FLSA and the laws of some states allow employers to pay tipped employees a lower minimum wage, California law does not. In California, tipped employees are entitled to the full minimum wage for every hour worked.

When am I entitled to earn overtime in California?

In California, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than eight hours in a day or 40 hours in a week. After working 12 hours in a day, California employees must receive double time. If an employee works on a seventh day, that employee is entitled to time and a half for the first eight hours of work and double time for additional hours. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the state Department of Industrial Relations.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break in California?

Yes. Employees in California are entitled to a meal break of 30 minutes, unpaid, after five hours, except when the workday will be completed in six hours or less and the employer and employee consent to waive the meal break. The employee cannot work more than ten hours a day without a second 30-minute break, except if the workday is no more than 12 hours. The second meal break may be waived if the first meal break was not waived. An on-duty paid meal period is permitted when the nature of work prevents relief from all duties and the parties agree in writing. Employees are also entitled to a paid ten-minute rest period for each four hours worked or major fraction thereof, as practicable, in the middle of the work period. This is not required for California employees whose total daily work time is less than three-and-a-half hours.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in California, contact the California Department of Industrial Relations.

What is the minimum wage in Colorado?

As of January 1, 2016, the minimum wage in Colorado is $8.31 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Colorado for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. The maximum tip credit in Colorado is $3.02, which means that employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage as low as $5.29, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Colorado, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 12 hours in a day (or 12 consecutive hours) or more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Colorado are entitled to a meal break of 30 minutes, unpaid, after five hours of work. An on-duty paid meal period is permitted when the nature of work prevents a break from all duties. Employees are also entitled to a paid ten-minute rest period for each four hours or major fraction worked, in the middle of the work period, if practical.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Colorado, contact the state Department of Labor and Employment.

What is the minimum wage in Connecticut?

The minimum wage in Connecticut is $9.60 as of January 1, 2016. The minimum wage will increase to $10.10 on January 1, 2017.

What are wage and hour laws?

Wage and hour laws set the basic standards for pay and time worked—covering issues like minimum wage, tips, overtime, meal and rest breaks, what counts as time worked, when you must be paid, things your employer must pay for, and so on.

Where do wage and hour laws come from?

The federal wage and hour law is called the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Most states also have their own wage and hour laws, and some local governments (like cities and counties) do, too. An employer who is subject to more than one law must follow the law that is most generous to the employee. For example, the federal minimum wage is currently $7.25 per hour, but employers in states that have set a higher minimum wage must pay the higher amount.

Is the minimum wage different in Connecticut for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. Connecticut allows employers in the hotel and restaurant industries to take a tip credit for certain employees. In 2016, employers must pay at least $6.07 per hour to wait staff and $7.82 per hour to bartenders. This means that employers may take a tip credit of $3.53 per hour for wait staff and $1.78 for bartenders, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage. These numbers are scheduled to increase in 2017 along with the increase in minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Connecticut, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours per week. Also, employees who work in restaurants and hotel restaurants must receive overtime for all hours worked on a seventh consecutive day of work. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the state Labor Department.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Connecticut are entitled to a meal break of 30 minutes, unpaid, after the first two hours of work and before the last two hours for those who work seven-and-a-half or more consecutive hours. Employees who already receive at least 30 minutes of paid breaks during the workday are not entitled to an additional unpaid meal break.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Connecticut, contact the state Labor Department.

What is the minimum wage in Delaware?

The minimum wage in Delaware is $7.75 per hour. On June 1, 2015, the minimum wage will increase to $8.25 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Delaware for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Delaware, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $2.23, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

Delaware has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the Department of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Delaware are entitled to a meal break of 30 minutes, unpaid, after the first two hours and before the last two hours, for employees who work seven and a half consecutive hours or more.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Delaware, contact the Department of Labor.

What is the minimum wage in the District of Columbia?

The minimum wage in the District of Columbia is currently $10.50 per hour. The minimum wage will increase on July 1, 2016, to $11.50 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in the District of Columbia for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In the District of Columbia, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $2.77, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In the District of Columbia, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the District of Columbia Department of Employment Services.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

The District of Columbia does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your workday.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in the District of Columbia, contact the District’s Department of Employment Services.

What is the minimum wage in Florida?

The minimum wage in Florida is $8.05 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Florida for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. The maximum tip credit an employer can claim in Florida is $3.02, which means employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage as low as $5.03, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

Florida has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Florida does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Florida, contact the state Department of Economic Opportunity.

What is the minimum wage in Georgia?

The minimum wage in Georgia is $5.15 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Georgia for tipped employees?

Tipped employees are not covered by the state’s minimum wage law.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

Georgia has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the Georgia Department of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Georgia does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Georgia, contact the state Department of Labor.

What is the minimum wage in Hawaii?

As of January 1, 2016, the minimum wage in Hawaii is $8.50 per hour. The minimum wage is scheduled to increase to $9.25 on January 1, 2017 and to $10.10 on January 1, 2018.

Is the minimum wage different in Hawaii for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference.

Hawaii allows employers to take a tip credit for employees who make at least $20 per month in tips. In 2016, the maximum tip credit is $0.75 per hour. This means that employers must pay tipped employees at least $7.75 per hour. And, employers may only take advantage of the maximum tip credit if the employee still makes at least $7 per hour over the state minimum wage (which is equal to $15.50 in 2016). In other words, employees must average at least $7.75 per hour in tips in order for the employer to pay only $7.75 in hourly wages.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Hawaii, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Dairy, sugarcane, and seasonal agricultural workers must receive overtime if they work more than 48 hours per week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Hawaii does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Hawaii, contact the state Department of Labor and Industrial Relations.

What is the minimum wage in Idaho?

The minimum wage in Idaho is $7.25 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Idaho for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Idaho, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $3.35, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

Idaho has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the Idaho Department of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Idaho does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Idaho, contact the state Department of Labor.

What is the minimum wage in Illinois?

The minimum wage in Illinois is $8.25 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Illinois for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Illinois, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $4.95, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Illinois, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Illinois Department of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Illinois are entitled to a meal break of 20 minutes, no later than five hours after the beginning of the shift, for employees who work seven-and-a-half or more continuous hours.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Illinois, contact the state Department of Labor.

What is the minimum wage in Indiana?

The minimum wage in Indiana is $7.25 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Indiana for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Indiana, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $2.13, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Indiana, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Indiana Department of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Indiana does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Indiana, contact the state Department of Labor.

What is the minimum wage in Iowa?

The minimum wage in Iowa is $7.25 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Iowa for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Iowa, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $4.35, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

Iowa has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the Iowa Labor Services Division.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Iowa does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Iowa, contact the state Labor Services Division.

What is the minimum wage in Kansas?

The minimum wage in Kansas is $7.25 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Kansas for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Kansas, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $2.13, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Kansas, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 46 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Kansas Department of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

No, but if less than 30 minutes is given for a meal break, the break must be paid.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Kansas, contact the state Department of Labor.

What is the minimum wage in Kentucky?

The minimum wage in Kentucky is $7.25 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Kentucky for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Kentucky, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $2.13, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Kentucky, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Kentucky Labor Cabinet.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Kentucky are entitled to a reasonable off-duty meal period close to the middle of the shift, and the employee can’t be required to take it before the third or after the fifth hour of work. Employees are also entitled to a paid ten-minute rest period for each four-hour work period, and the rest period must be in addition to regularly scheduled meal period.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Kentucky, contact the state Labor Cabinet.

What is the minimum wage in Louisiana?

Louisiana has no minimum wage law. That means eligible employees in Louisiana are entitled to either federal minimum wage (currently $7.25 per hour) or any local (city of county) minimum wage law that is on the books, whichever wage rate is higher.

Is the minimum wage different in Louisiana for tipped employees?

Because Louisiana does not have a minimum wage law, employees in Lousiana are subject to the FLSA’s rules on tip credits and minimum wages for tipped employees.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

Louisiana has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the Louisiana Workforce Commission.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Louisiana does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Louisiana, contact the state Workforce Commission.

What is the minimum wage in Maine?

The minimum wage in Maine is $7.50 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Maine for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Maine, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $3.75, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Maine, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Maine Department of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Maine are entitled to a meal break of 30 minutes, unpaid, after six consecutive hours of work, except in cases of emergency.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Maine, contact the state Department of Labor.

What is the minimum wage in Maryland?

The minimum wage in Maryland is currently $8.25 per hour. The minimum wage will increase to $8.75 on July 1, 2016; $9.25 on July 1, 2017; and $10.10 on July 1, 2018.

Is the minimum wage different in Maryland for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Maryland, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $3.63, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Maryland, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hour in a week. Bowling alley employees and residential employees in institutions other than hospitals, who care for people with intellectual disabilities or for the sick, aged, or mentally ill, must receive overtime if they work than 48 hours in a week. For agricultural work, employees must receive overtime if they work more than 60 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Maryland Division of Labor, Licensing and Regulation.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Maryland does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Maryland, contact the state Division of Labor, Licensing and Regulation.

What is the minimum wage in Massachusetts?

As of January 1, 2016, the minimum wage is $10 per hour. The minimum wage will increase to $11 per hour on January 1, 2017.

Is the minimum wage different in Massachusetts for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Massachusetts, employers must pay tipped employees at least $3.35 per hour in 2016. This means employers may take a tip credit of $6.65, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to $10.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Massachusetts, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Massachusetts Office of Labor and Workforce Development.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Massachusetts are entitled to a meal break of 30 minutes, if the workday is longer than six hours.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Massachusetts, contact the state Office of Labor and Workforce Development.

What is the minimum wage in Michigan?

The minimum wage in Michigan is $8.50 per hour as of January 1, 2016. Michigan has two additional increases planned in the upcoming years: $8.90 in 2017, and $9.25 in 2018.

Is the minimum wage different in Michigan for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Michigan, employers can pay tipped employees 38% of the minimum wage. For 2016, employers may pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $3.23, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Michigan, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Wage & Hour Division.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Michigan does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your workday.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Michigan, contact the state Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Wage & Hour Division.

What is the minimum wage in Minnesota?

The minimum wage in Minnesota is $8 per hour for large employers and $6.50 per hour for small employers. (A small employer is any business with less than $500,000 in gross revenue each year.) However, the federal minimum wage is currently $7.25 per hour. So unless an employee is exempt from federal wage laws, small employers must pay the higher rate of $7.25 per hour.

On August 1, 2015, the Minnesota minimum wage will increase to $9 an hour for large employers and $7.25 for small employers. On August 1, 2016, the rates will increase again to $9.50 for large employers and $7.75 for small employers.

Is the minimum wage different in Minnesota for tipped employees?

Although the FLSA and the laws of some states allow employers to pay tipped employees a lower minimum wage, Minnesota law does not. In Minnesota, tipped employees are entitled to the full minimum wage for every hour worked.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Minnesota, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 48 hours in a week. However, under federal law, employees may be entitled to overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime. To learn more, contact the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Minnesota are entitled to a meal break of sufficient unpaid time for employees who work eight consecutive hours or more. Employees are also entitled to a paid adequate rest period within each four consecutive hours of work to utilize the nearest convenient rest room.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Minnesota, contact the state Department of Labor and Industry.

What is the minimum wage in Mississippi?

Mississippi has no minimum wage law. That means eligible employees in Mississippi are entitled to either federal minimum wage (currently $7.25 per hour) or any local (city or county) minimum wage law that is on the books, whichever wage rate is higher.

Is the minimum wage different in Mississippi for tipped employees?

Because Mississippi has no minimum wage law, Mississippi employees are subject to the federal (FLSA) rules on tip credits and minimum wages for employees who receive tips.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

Mississippi has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the Mississippi Department of Employment Security.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Mississippi does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your workday.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Mississippi, contact the state Department of Employment Security.

What is the minimum wage in Missouri?

The minimum wage in Missouri is $7.65 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Missouri for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Missouri, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage as low as half the minimum wage ($3.83), as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Missouri, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week or 52 hours in a week for seasonal amusement or recreation businesses. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Missouri does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Missouri, contact the state Department of Labor and Industrial Relations.

What is the minimum wage in Montana?

As of January 1, 2015, the minimum wage in Montana is $8.05 per hour. Montana allows small employers, with gross annual sales of $110,000 or less, to pay employees $4 per hour. However, small employers may only pay this rate if their employees are exempt from federal wage laws. Otherwise, small employers must pay their employees at least $7.25 an hour, which is the current federal minimum wage.

Is the minimum wage different in Montana for tipped employees?

Although the FLSA and the laws of some states allow employers to pay tipped employees a lower minimum wage, Montana law does not. In Montana, tipped employees are entitled to the full minimum wage for every hour worked.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Montana, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 in a week or more than 48 hours in a week for students working seasonal jobs at amusement or recreational areas. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Montana Department of Labor and Industry.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Montana does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Montana, contact the state Department of Labor and Industry.

What is the minimum wage in Nebraska?

As of January 1, 2016, the minimum wage in Nebraska is $9 per hour. Employers with fewer than four employees are exempt from the Nebraska minimum wage laws. However, these employers may still have to comply with federal wage laws, which require employers to pay employees at least $7.25 an hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Nebraska for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Nebraska, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $2.13, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

Nebraska has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the Nebraska Department of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Nebraska are entitled to a meal break of 30 minutes off premises for each eight-hour shift.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Nebraska, contact the state Department of Labor.

What is the minimum wage in Nevada?

The minimum wage in Nevada is $7.25 per hour if the employer provides health benefits or $8.25 per hour if no health benefits are provided.

Is the minimum wage different in Nevada for tipped employees?

Although the FLSA and the laws of some states allow employers to pay tipped employees a lower minimum wage, Nevada law does not. In Nevada, tipped employees are entitled to the full minimum wage for every hour worked.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Nevada, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than eight hours in a day if the employee’s regular rate of pay is less than one-and-a-half times the applicable minimum wage. Employee must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Nevada Office of the Labor Commissioner.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Nevada are entitled to a meal break of 30 minutes for eight continuous hours of work. Employees are also entitled to a paid ten-minute rest period, in the middle of the work period, as practicable, for each four hours or major fraction worked. Rest breaks are not required for employees whose total daily work time is less than three-and-a-half hours.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Nevada, contact the state Office of the Labor Commissioner.

What is the minimum wage in New Hampshire?

The minimum wage in New Hampshire is $7.25 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in New Hampshire for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In New Hampshire, employers can pay tipped employees 45% of the minimum wage, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In New Hampshire, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the New Hampshire Department of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in New Hampshire are entitled to a meal break of 30 minutes after five consecutive hours, unless the employer allows the employee to eat while working and it is feasible for the employee to do so.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in New Hampshire, contact the state Department of Labor.

What is the minimum wage in New Jersey?

The minimum wage in New Jersey is $8.38 as of January 1, 2015.

Is the minimum wage different in New Jersey for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In New Jersey, employers can set the employee’s hourly rate as they wish, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage. (The state suggests paying employees at least $2.13.)

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In New Jersey, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

New Jersey does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your workday.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in New Jersey, contact the state Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

What is the minimum wage in New Mexico?

The minimum wage in New Mexico is $7.50 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in New Mexico for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In New Mexico, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $2.13, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In New Mexico, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

New Mexico does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your workday.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in New Mexico, contact the state Department of Workforce Solutions.

What is the minimum wage in New York?

The minimum wage in New York is $9 per hour as of December 31, 2015.

Is the minimum wage different in New York for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In New York, the amount employers can pay tipped hourly employees depends on their occupation, and this amount combined with an employee’s tips must bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage. For example, employers may take a tip credit of $1.50 for employees in the hospitality industry. This means that these employees must be paid at least $7.50 per hour, and they must make at least $1.50 per hour in tips.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In New York, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week for non-residential workers, and 44 hours in a week for residential workers. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the New York Department of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in New York are entitled to meal breaks. For factory employees, 60 minutes between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; mercantile employees, 30 minutes between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. If a shift starts before 11 a.m. and ends after 7 p.m., the employee gets an additional 20 minutes between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. If a shift starts between 1 p.m. and 6 a.m., a factory employee gets 60 minutes and a mercantile employee gets 45 minutes, in the middle of the shift. The labor commissioner may permit a shorter meal break, and the permit must be in writing and posted conspicuously in the main entrance of the workplace.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in New York, contact the state Department of Labor.

What is the minimum wage in North Carolina?

The minimum wage in North Carolina is $7.25 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in North Carolina for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In North Carolina, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $2.13, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In North Carolina, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 in a week or more than 45 hours in a week for seasonal amusement or recreational establishments. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the North Carolina Department of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

North Carolina does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your workday.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in North Carolina, contact the state Department of Labor.

What is the minimum wage in North Dakota?

The minimum wage in North Dakota is $7.25 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in North Dakota for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In North Dakota, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of 67% of the minimum wage, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In North Dakota, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 in a week or more than 50 hours per week for cabdrivers. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the North Dakota Department of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in North Dakota are entitled to a meal break of 30 minutes for each shift over five hours. The meal break is unpaid if the employee is completely relieved of duties.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in North Dakota, contact the state Department of Labor.

As of January 1, 2015, the minimum wage in Ohio is $8.10 per hour. Small employers, with less than $297,000 in gross annual revenue, may pay employees $7.25 an hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Ohio for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Ohio, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of 50% of the minimum wage, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Ohio, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Ohio Bureau of Wage & Hour Administration.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Ohio does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Ohio, contact the state Bureau of Wage & Hour Administration.

The minimum wage in Oklahoma is $7.25 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Oklahoma for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Oklahoma, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of 50% of the minimum wage, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

Oklahoma has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the Oklahoma Department of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Oklahoma does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Oklahoma, contact the state Department of Labor.

What is the minimum wage in Oregon?

The minimum wage in Oregon is $9.25 per hour as of January 1, 2015.

Is the minimum wage different in Oregon for tipped employees?

Although the FLSA and the laws of some states allow employers to pay tipped employees a lower minimum wage, Oregon law does not. In Oregon, tipped employees are entitled to the full minimum wage for every hour worked.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Oregon, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Oregon who work at least six hours are entitled to a meal break of 30 minutes, unpaid if relieved of all duties or paid if employee cannot be relieved of duty. For certain jobs, employees are entitled to a 20-minute paid break, if employer can show that it is industry practice or custom. If the employee’s shift is seven hours or less, the meal break must occur between hours two and five; if the shift is longer than seven hours, the meal break must be between hours three and six. Employees are also entitled to a paid ten-minute rest period for each four hours or major fraction worked and, if practical, in the middle of the work period. The rest period must be in addition to the usual meal break and taken separately, and the rest period can’t be added to meal period or deducted from beginning or end of shift to reduce length of total work period. The rest period is not required for certain solo adult employees serving the public, although they must be allowed to use the rest room.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Oregon, contact the state Bureau of Labor and Industries.

What is the minimum wage in Pennsylvania?

The minimum wage in Pennsylvania is $7.25 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Pennsylvania for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Pennsylvania, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $2.83, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Pennsylvania, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Pennsylvania are entitled to a meal break of 30 minutes after five hours.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Pennsylvania, contact the state Department of Labor and Industry.

What is the minimum wage in Rhode Island?

As of January 1, 2016, the minimum wage in Rhode Island is $9.60 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Rhode Island for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Rhode Island, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $3.39, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Rhode Island, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Rhode Island are entitled to a meal break of 20 minutes, unpaid, within a six-hour shift or 30 minutes, unpaid, within an eight-hour shift.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Rhode Island, contact the state Department of Labor and Training.

What is the minimum wage in South Carolina?

South Carolina has no minimum wage law. That means eligible employees in South Carolina are entitled to either federal minimum wage (currently $7.25 per hour) or any local (city or county) minimum wage law that is on the books, whichever wage rate is higher.

Is the minimum wage different in South Carolina for tipped employees?

Because South Carolina has no minimum wage law, South Carolina employees who receive tips are subject to the FLSA rules on tip credits and minimum wages for tipped employees.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

South Carolina has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

South Carolina does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in South Carolina, contact the state Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation.

What is the minimum wage in Tennessee?

Tennessee has no minimum wage law. That means eligible employees in Tennessee are entitled to either federal minimum wage (currently $7.25 per hour) or any local (city or county) minimum wage law that is on the books, whichever wage rate is higher.

Is the minimum wage different in Tennessee for tipped employees?

Because Tennessee has no minimum wage law, Tennessee employees who earn tips are covered by the FLSA rules on tip credits and minimum wages for tipped employees.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

Tennessee has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Tennessee are entitled to a meal break of 30 minutes, unpaid, for employees scheduled to work six consecutive hours or more, unless the work is such that there is ample time for breaks throughout the day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Tennessee, contact the state Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

What is the minimum wage in Utah?

The minimum wage in Utah is $7.25 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Utah for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Utah, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $2.13, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

Utah has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the Utah Labor Commission.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Utah does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Utah, contact the state Labor Commission.

What is the minimum wage in Vermont?

As of January 1, 2016, the minimum wage in Vermont is $9.60 per hour. Vermont has the following increases scheduled: $10 an hour in 2017 and $10.50 an hour in 2018.

Is the minimum wage different in Vermont for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Vermont, employers can take a tip credit, but only for employees working in hotels, motels, restaurants, and tourist places. Employers may pay these tipped employees an hourly wage of $4.80, as long as the employees’ tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Vermont, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Vermont Department of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Vermont must be given reasonable opportunities to eat and use toilet facilities during work periods.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Vermont, contact the state Department of Labor.

What is the minimum wage in Virginia?

The minimum wage in Virginia is $7.25 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Virginia for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Virginia, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of the minimum wage less tips actually received.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

Virginia has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Virginia does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your work day.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Virginia, contact the state Department of Labor and Industry.

What is the minimum wage in Washington?

The minimum wage in Washington is $9.47 per hour for 2015.

Is the minimum wage different in Washington for tipped employees?

Although the FLSA and the laws of some states allow employers to pay tipped employees a lower minimum wage, Washington law does not. In Washington, tipped employees are entitled to the full minimum wage for every hour worked.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Washington, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Washington Department of Labor and Industries.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in Washington are entitled to a 30-minute meal break, if the work period is more than five consecutive hours. The meal break should not be less than two hours nor more than five hours from the beginning of the shift. This time is paid if the employee is on duty or is required to be at a site for the employer’s benefit. Employees who work three or more hours longer than the regular workday are entitled to an additional half hour, before or during overtime. Agricultural employees are entitled to a 30-minute meal break if they work more than five hours and an additional 30 minutes if they work 11 or more hours in a day.

Employees are also entitled to a paid ten-minute rest break for each four-hour work period, scheduled as near as possible to the midpoint of each work period. The employee cannot be required to work more than three hours without a rest break. Scheduled rest breaks are not required where the nature of work allows the employee to take intermittent rest breaks equivalent to required standard.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Washington, contact the state Department of Labor and Industries.

What is the minimum wage in West Virginia?

The minimum wage in West Virginia is $8.75 per hour as of January 1, 2016.

Is the minimum wage different in West Virginia for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns add up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In West Virginia, employers can take a tip credit of 70% of the minimum wage. This means that in 2016, employers can pay tipped employees $2.62 per hour, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In West Virginia, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the West Virginia Division of Labor.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Employees in West Virginia are entitled to a meal break of at least 20 minutes for each six consecutive hours worked, unless employees are allowed to take breaks as needed or to eat lunch while working. Rest breaks of 20 minutes or less must be counted as paid work time.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in West Virginia, contact the state Division of Labor.

What is the minimum wage in Wisconsin?

The minimum wage in Wisconsin is $7.25 per hour.

Is the minimum wage different in Wisconsin for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Wisconsin, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $2.33, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

In Wisconsin, eligible employees must receive overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Not every type of job is eligible for overtime, however. To learn more, contact the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Yes. Wisconsin recommends (but does not require) a meal break of 30 minutes close to a usual meal time or near the middle of a shift. Shifts of more than six hours without a meal break should be avoided. If the employee is not free to leave the workplace, the meal period is considered paid time.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Wisconsin, contact the state Department of Workforce Development.

What is the minimum wage in Wyoming?

The minimum wage in Wyoming is $5.15 per hour. Because the federal minimum wage is higher ($7.25 an hour), employees in Wyoming are entitled to the higher federal amount, unless their employer is not covered by the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (most are).

Is the minimum wage different in Wyoming for tipped employees?

The FLSA allows employers to pay a lower hourly minimum wage, as long as that wage plus the tips the employee earns adds up to at least the full minimum wage for each hour worked. If not, the employer has to make up the difference. In Wyoming, employers can pay tipped employees an hourly wage of $2.13, as long as the employee’s tips bring the total hourly wage up to the state minimum wage.

When am I entitled to earn overtime?

Wyoming has no overtime laws, although you may be eligible for overtime pay under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more, contact the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services.

Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break?

Wyoming does not require employers to provide lunch or rest breaks. However, you are entitled to be paid if you have to do any work during a break (for example, if you have to cover the phones while you eat lunch). And, generally, you are entitled to be paid for any short breaks (five to 20 minutes) your employer provides; this time is considered part of your workday.

To learn more about wage and hour laws in Wyoming, contact the state Department of Workforce Services.