Mississippi Minimum Wage 2026
Current minimum wage, scheduled increases, tipped worker rules, and political context for Mississippi’s wage policy in 2026.
$7.25
Current Minimum Wage
$7.25
Projected 2026 Rate
$2.13
Tipped Worker Rate
None
Scheduled Increases
Minimum Wage Overview
Mississippi has no state minimum wage and pays the federal minimum. The state has the lowest wages and highest poverty rate in the nation. No significant minimum wage policy changes are anticipated.
Wage Policy Details
| Policy | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Minimum Wage | $7.25/hour |
| Tipped Worker Minimum | $2.13/hour |
| Scheduled Increases | None |
| Projected 2026 Rate | $7.25/hour |
| Legislative Source | Federal floor |
Political Context
Mississippi Republicans have consistently opposed minimum wage increases. The state’s low wage structure is defended as necessary for economic competitiveness. Labor advocates argue it perpetuates the state’s high poverty rate.