Minimum wage

Georgia Minimum Wage 2026

Georgia minimum wage is $7.25/hr in 2026. Tipped minimum, scheduled increases, and what it means for hiring hourly workers.

Georgia minimum wage: $7.25 per hour. Tipped minimum: $2.13. Updated 2026-05-15.

State law sets $5.15, but federal $7.25 applies to most workers.

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Georgia minimum wage FAQ

What is the minimum wage in Georgia?

The minimum wage in Georgia is $7.25 per hour as of 2026-05-15. State law sets $5.15, but federal $7.25 applies to most workers.

What is the tipped minimum wage in Georgia?

The tipped minimum wage in Georgia is $2.13 per hour. Employers must make up the difference if tips do not bring earnings to the full $7.25 minimum.

Is Georgia's minimum wage going up?

There are no scheduled minimum wage increases in Georgia at this time.

Minimum wage by state, tipped minimum wage by state, overtime rules.