Michigan

Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73/hr, effective Jan 1, 2026. This rate is automatically adjusted annually for inflation (CPI-indexed). Recent change: Increased from $12.48 to $13.73 on Jan 1, 2026; tipped wage increasing annually toward elimination by 2030.

Tipped employees in Michigan receive a base cash wage of $5.49/hr. Employers take a tip credit of $8.24/hr, and tips must bring the total to at least $13.73/hr.

Michigan has upcoming minimum wage increases: Tipped wage phasing from 40% to 50% of minimum wage by 2031 (increases 2% per year).

Tipped employees receive 40% of minimum wage ($5.49/hr in 2026; phasing up 2% per year to 50% by 2031); youth under 18 may earn $10.48/hr; small employers (fewer than 2 employees) may be exempt. Always check the official Michigan labor department website for the most current exemption details.

For the most current minimum wage information, visit the official Michigan labor department page at https://www.michigan.gov/leo/bureaus-agencies/ber/wage-and-hour/minimum-wage.