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Minimum Wage in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 per hour, and tipped workers must receive a cash wage of at least $2.83 per hour.

Last checked . General information, not legal advice.

Pennsylvania at a glance

Minimum wage (per hour)
$7.25
Tipped cash wage (per hour)
$2.83
A tip credit can be taken only for workers who receive more than $135 a month in tips.
Next scheduled increase
None scheduled
No increase is set in current law.

Sources

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The rules in Pennsylvania

What is the minimum wage in Pennsylvania in 2026?

Minimum wage (per hour) in Pennsylvania: $7.25.

What is the minimum cash wage for tipped employees in Pennsylvania?

Tipped cash wage (per hour) in Pennsylvania: $2.83. A tip credit can be taken only for workers who receive more than $135 a month in tips.

When is the next minimum wage increase in Pennsylvania?

Next scheduled increase in Pennsylvania: None scheduled. No increase is set in current law.

Where do the Pennsylvania minimum wage laws come from?

The rules above come from 43 P.S. 333.104. Each source is linked on this page. We last checked them in October 2026.

What this means in practice

Check which rate applies before setting pay. Coverage rules, employer size thresholds, and exemptions for certain jobs or industries differ, and a local ordinance may require more than the state rate. The statute linked on each state page is the starting point.

Where a lower tipped cash wage is allowed, the employer usually must make up the difference whenever tips fall short of the full minimum wage for the pay period. Keeping accurate records of hours worked and tips reported helps show that every pay period met the minimum.

Rates can change on fixed dates, often January 1 or July 1, and some states adjust them each year for inflation. Reviewing pay rates, offer letters, and employment contracts ahead of each scheduled change helps avoid underpayment claims.

General information, not legal advice. Laws change, and cities can add their own rules, so check the current statute before you rely on it.