Hourly Minimum Wage in North Dakota

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The state-wide minimum wage for North Dakota is $7.25 per hour as of January 01, 2023.

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Hourly Minimum Wage for North Dakota and neighboring states in 2023

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North Dakota minimum wage rate is $7.25 per hour in 2023. Workers receive a lower minimum wage in North Dakota that exceeds the Federal Minimum Wage of $7.25. The North Dakota minimum wage applies to most employees, with limited exceptions, including certain tipped employees, students or part-time workers, and other exempt occupations. The top 5 minimum wage states in the U.S. are District of Columbia, Washington, California, Connecticut, and Massachusetts.
The federal minimum wage is currently $7.25 per hour and has not increased since 2009. Demand for a living wage that is fair to workers is rising. In response to this rising demand, numerous states, cities, and other localities have already enacted or will change minimum wage levels. In the few states with no established minimum wage, the current federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour will continue to apply.
Based on local legislation, many states have already enacted minimum wage increases or approved increases due for implementation at a future date.
These ever-changing laws, effective dates, and methodologies result in minimum wages that may change at different times or differ dramatically within a state or region. Minimum wage changes can be triggered for a location when these pre-determined conditions change and require careful monitoring to ensure compliance to the latest wage levels.
Salary.com continuously tracks all these complex changes. We can help to keep you informed about future changes and stay up to date on the latest minimum wage levels in your essential locations. Show me more data to view U.S. state minimum wages for future years.

Browse Minimum Wage by Year, and Forecast Minimum Wage Increase Trends in North Dakota

The minimum wages in some states are higher than the federal minimum wage in 2023, including District of Columbia, Washington, California, Connecticut, and others. Many of the minimum wage increases were effective on January 01, 2018. Some states have effective dates occurring at different months of the year. Check the chart to stay up to date on the hourly minimum wage in North Dakota.
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Hourly Minimum Wage for Tipped Employees in North Dakota

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The tipped minimum wage is the lowest amount employers can pay an employee in occupations such as a bartender or server, that regularly receive more than $30 a month in tips. In some states, the tipped minimum wage may be lower than the non-tipped minimum wage because employers can claim a tip credit.
It is important to note that the tipped minimum wage can vary depending on where your business is and the size of the business. In some states, the tipped minimum wage is equal to the overall minimum wage for that state. In some locations, the federal tipped minimum wage applies. In other locations, the state-tipped minimum wage is set above the federal minimum. Tipped minimum wages may vary from state to state and can be frequently adjusted, making it essential to stay informed about the latest wage levels.
In North Dakota, the tipped minimum wage is the same as the state minimum wage. It may be subject to adjustment based on other criteria, such as the size of the business.
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What is the minimum wage in North Dakota in 2023?

North Dakota minimum wage in 2021: US$7.25 (effective June 24, 2009)

North Dakota minimum wage in 2020: US$7.25

North Dakota minimum wage in 2000: US$5.15 ($7.93 after inflation adjustment)

North Dakota minimum wage in 1980: US$2.60-3.10

People's Opinions on Minimum Wage in North Dakota

Full time students and employees with disabilities may be paid less then the North Dakota Minimum Wage, provided their employer has a license from the North Dakota Department of Labor.

09/22/2021

While these are helpful guidelines to follow, to make sure your business is prepared and stays in compliance, you should discuss North Dakota minimum wage laws with your accountant and lawyer.

09/16/2021

North Dakota minimum wage laws do not allow employers to pay apprentices a subminimum wage rate that is less than the standard minimum wage.

09/13/2021

In addition to any North Dakota-specific minimum wage exemptions described above, the Federal Fair Labor Standards act defines special minimum wage rates applicable to certain types of workers.

08/25/2021

An employee may not be discharged (or discriminated against) in retaliation for testifying in an investigation or proceeding concerning wages and hours laws, including North Dakota minimum wage laws.

08/19/2021

The manager of a local Taco John's fast food restaurant turned minimum wage into a six-figure paycheck by moving from Idaho to an oil patch of North Dakota.

08/16/2021

While the North Dakota minimum wage has stayed the same, it’s important to make sure you’re up to speed on the state requirements if you’re a small business owner.

08/10/2021

If you are an employee in North Dakota, you will also want to familiarize yourself with the North Dakota minimum wage to make sure your worker’s rights are protected and being upheld.

08/07/2021

According to the North Dakota minimum wage and work conditions summary, employers may apply a tip credit of 33 percent of the minimum wage for tipped employees.

08/02/2021

Though there are no plans for a North Dakota minimum wage increase in the immediate future, it’s better to be prepared for when the time comes.

06/29/2021

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