Minnesota Minimum Wage 2026
Current minimum wage, scheduled increases, tipped worker rules, and political context for Minnesota’s wage policy in 2026.
$11.13 (small) / $11.13 (large)
Current Minimum Wage
$11.50 (est.)
Projected 2026 Rate
No separate rate
Tipped Worker Rate
CPI-indexed
Scheduled Increases
Minimum Wage Overview
Minnesota has a tiered minimum wage by employer size and uses CPI indexing. Minneapolis has a higher city minimum of $15.57. The state has no separate tipped minimum, requiring all workers to receive the full minimum wage — a significant worker protection.
Wage Policy Details
| Policy | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Minimum Wage | $11.13 (small) / $11.13 (large)/hour |
| Tipped Worker Minimum | No separate rate/hour |
| Scheduled Increases | CPI-indexed |
| Projected 2026 Rate | $11.50 (est.)/hour |
| Legislative Source | State law + CPI |
Political Context
Minnesota Democrats have pushed for higher statewide minimums. The Minneapolis $15 minimum passed in 2017 and has been upheld. The state’s no-tip-credit policy is progressive and supported by worker advocates.