Career & Pay

Minimum Wage Calculator

Calculate earnings at a minimum wage rate.

Enter an hourly minimum wage rate and typical hours worked to calculate weekly, monthly, and annual earnings.

Federal minimum wage is $7.25/hr; many states/cities set a higher rateEnter a valid wage.

Annual Earnings

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How to Use This Tool

  1. Enter the hourly minimum wage rate for your location.
  2. Enter hours worked per week.
  3. Click Calculate for weekly, monthly, and annual earnings.

Federal vs. State Minimum Wage

The U.S. federal minimum wage has been $7.25/hour since 2009, but many states and cities set a significantly higher local minimum wage — when state/local and federal minimums differ, employers generally must pay the higher applicable rate.

Annual Earnings = Hourly Wage × Hours per Week × 52

Why Minimum Wage Varies So Much by Location

Cost of living varies dramatically across the US, and many state and local governments have raised their minimum wage well above the federal floor to better reflect local living costs — always check your specific state and city's current minimum wage rather than assuming the federal rate applies.

Tipped Minimum Wage

Many states allow a lower direct cash wage for tipped employees (like restaurant servers), provided tips bring their total earnings up to at least the standard minimum wage — this calculator assumes a standard, non-tipped hourly wage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the federal minimum wage the same everywhere in the US?

No — many states and cities set their own minimum wage higher than the federal $7.25/hour floor, and employers must generally pay the higher of the applicable federal, state, or local rate.

Does this apply to tipped workers?

This calculator assumes a standard non-tipped hourly wage — tipped employees often have a different direct cash wage structure, with tips required to bring total earnings up to at least the standard minimum wage under most state rules.

This calculator is provided for general informational and estimation purposes only. Results should not be treated as professional financial, tax, legal, medical, or engineering advice. Always verify critical calculations with a qualified professional or official source before making decisions.