What is the minimum wage rate in Missouri?
The current Missouri Minimum Wage rate for 2026 is $15.00 per hour.
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Can an employer pay an individual under 20 years of age less than the applicable minimum wage rate?
Section 290.517, RSMo and 8 CSR 30-4.060(3) both require a hearing addressing the specific exception requested before a training wage lower than the applicable minimum wage rate may be paid for learners or apprentices.
What amount must an employer pay a tipped employee?
Compensation for a tipped employee must total at least the minimum wage rate which currently is $15.00 per hour. Employers subject to the provisions of the law are required to pay tipped employees at least 50 percent of the minimum wage of $15.00, or $7.50 per hour.
Employers of tipped employees must pay more than 50 percent of the minimum wage rate to tipped employees if it is necessary to bring the employee′s total compensation up to at least the minimum wage rate per hour.
What amount must an employer pay a tipped employee for hours worked over 40 in a workweek?
"Time and one-half" is the minimum wage ($15.00) plus one-half of the minimum wage ($7.50), resulting in a total overtime wage of at least $22.50 per hour.
Is there any exemption for the small business employer so I will not have to pay the Minimum Wage?
The only exemption that applies is for a retail or service business whose annual gross sales made or business done is less than $500,000.
The federal law doesn’t have this exemption, so it may apply.
Where can I get additional information regarding the law changes?
If you cannot find a particular answer on this Web site, e-mail us your question or call the Division of Labor Standards at 573-751-3403.
Do employers have to post a Minimum Wage poster in the workplace?
All employers subject to any provisions of the law shall post a summary of the law and regulations. The Division of Labor Standards has created a summary to post for the convenience of Missouri employers.
Does the Missouri Minimum Wage affect salaried employees?
The Missouri Minimum Wage Law could apply if a salaried employee does not fall within any of the exemptions in the law and his or her salary does not equal the minimum wage rate per hour for all hours worked in a workweek.
If the federal minimum wage is less than Missouri′s minimum wage, what will happen if I decide to pay only the lower federal rate?
You will be in violation of the law. If the Missouri Division of Labor Standards receives a complaint or becomes aware of a situation where an employer, who is covered by the law, is not paying the Missouri minimum wage, the office will conduct an investigation to assure compliance.
What can I do if I believe I am not being paid the minimum wage rate and/or overtime rate?
If you believe you are not being paid correctly, you can file a minimum wage complaint online or contact the Missouri Division of Labor Standards at 573-751-3403.