Michigan Minimum Wage 2026 and 2027

As of October 16, 2026, the minimum wage in Michigan is $13.73 per hour, in effect since January 1, 2026. It is set by Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act (MCL 408.934) and administered by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, Wage and Hour.

Maintained by Archie Chang · Rates and sources checked October 16, 2026 · Methodology & sources

Current rate (October 16, 2026)

$13.73

in effect since January 1, 2026

2027 rate

$15.00

Effective January 1, 2027

Compared with federal $7.25

$6.48 higher

Federal and state rules both apply

Michigan minimum wage in 2027

$15.00 per hour from January 1, 2027, up $1.27 (9.2 percent).

Michigan law sets $15.00 on January 1, 2027. Annual inflation adjustments begin with the rate that takes effect in 2028.

The statute sets $12.48 (February 21, 2025), $13.73 (January 1, 2026) and $15.00 (January 1, 2027), then the state treasurer calculates an inflation adjustment each October.

What changed in Michigan

On January 1, 2026, the rate rose $1.25 from $12.48 to $13.73.

The law covers employers with two or more employees age 16 or older. The tipped cash wage is a percentage of the minimum that rises over time.

Michigan minimum wage pay calculator

Weekly pay
$549.20
Monthly pay
$2,379.87
Yearly pay
$28,558.40
Overtime rate (1.5x)
$20.60 per hour

Gross pay before taxes at $13.73 per hour in Michigan, paid straight time for every hour you enter. Overtime rules differ by state and employee, so use the overtime calculator when you work more than 40 hours a week.

Working more than 40 hours? Try the overtime pay calculator. Paid for a holiday? Use the holiday pay calculator.

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum wage in Michigan in 2026?

As of October 16, 2026, the minimum wage in Michigan is $13.73 per hour for most adult, non-tipped employees. On January 1, 2026, the rate rose $1.25 from $12.48 to $13.73.

Will the Michigan minimum wage go up in 2027?

Michigan law sets $15.00 on January 1, 2027. Annual inflation adjustments begin with the rate that takes effect in 2028.

Does Michigan have local minimum wages?

Michigan's page is based on the statewide rate. Cities or counties may have their own rules where state law allows it, and employers must pay the highest rate that applies.

Not legal advice. This page covers the general hourly minimum for most adult, non-tipped employees. Tipped, youth, training, student, agricultural, small-employer and industry-specific wages follow different rules. Employers must pay the highest rate that applies, whether it is federal, state or local. Confirm your rate with your state labor agency or the U.S. Department of Labor.

Sources for Michigan

Sources checked October 16, 2026.

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