Minneapolis Minimum Wage (2026)

$16.37 per hour · City ordinance effective 2026-01-01 +$4.96 vs MN state

At a glance

Current rate	$16.37/hour
Effective date	2026-01-01
Full-time annual	$34,050
Minnesota state rate	$11.41 (local is higher — local applies)
Scheduled increase	$17.02 on 2027-01-01

Unified rate (small/large employer distinction phased out).

What is the minimum wage in Minneapolis?

$16.37 per hour since 2026-01-01. This is higher than the MN state minimum ($11.41), so the local rate applies for work performed in Minneapolis.

Does the Minneapolis rate apply to all employers?

Unified rate (small/large employer distinction phased out).

Which applies if city and state rates differ?

Employers must pay the highest of federal, state, and local rates for work performed in that jurisdiction.

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