Florida · Checked October 25, 2026
Florida minimum wage, overtime and final paycheck rules
The Florida minimum wage is $15.00 an hour. Next: Inflation updates begin January 1, 2028.
Minimum wage
Florida: $15.00 an hour. Since September 30, 2026.
Coming up: Inflation updates begin January 1, 2028.
Tipped employees
Lowest cash wage before tips: $11.98. Tips plus the cash wage must reach at least the full minimum wage each workweek, or the employer makes up the difference.
Overtime
Time and a half after 40 hours in a workweek, the federal rule. Florida does not add a daily overtime rule.
Final paycheck
| Fired or laid off | No state law |
|---|---|
| Quits | No state law |
Take-home pay in Florida
See what a paycheck looks like after federal and Florida taxes with the Florida paycheck calculator.
Sources
- U.S. Department of Labor, Consolidated State Minimum Wage Table (July 1, 2026)
- U.S. Department of Labor, Minimum Wages for Tipped Employees (July 1, 2026)
- Lowndes, Florida minimum wage reaches $15.00 on September 30, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Florida?
$15.00 an hour as of October 25, 2026. Since September 30, 2026.
Is the Florida minimum wage going up in 2027?
Inflation updates begin January 1, 2028.
When is a final paycheck due in Florida?
If fired or laid off: no state law. If the employee quits: no state law.
These are summaries of state law for general information, not legal advice. Cities and counties can set higher minimums, and special rules cover minors, trainees, farm work and some industries. Check with the state labor department before you make a pay decision.