Hailey Waldo
ECB Publishing, Inc.
On Tuesday, Sept. 30, Florida’s minimum wage will increase to $14 per hour for non-tipped employees. The rate for tipped employees will rise to $10.98 per hour, with employers allowed to apply a tip credit of up to $3.02 per hour.
The increase follows the requirements of Amendment 2, passed by Florida voters in 2020, which calls for the state minimum wage to rise by $1each year until it reaches $15.00 per hour on Sept. 30, 2026. After 2026, adjustments will be tied to inflation.
The wage law applies to all employers in Jefferson County, including businesses, local governments and organizations that employ hourly workers. Employers are required to update their payroll systems accordingly and display the updated minimum wage notice issued by the Florida Department of Commerce.
The current minimum wage of $13 per hour will remain in effect until Monday, Sept. 29. Beginning the next day, all hours worked must be compensated at the new rate.