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St. Paul Minimum Wage (2026)
$16.37 per hour · City ordinance effective 2026-01-01 +$4.96 vs MN state
At a glance
| Current rate | $16.37/hour |
| Effective date | 2026-01-01 |
| Full-time annual | $34,050 |
| Minnesota state rate | $11.41 (local is higher — local applies) |
| Small employer rate | $14.25/hour |
Employer rules
Macro/large employers (101+): $16.37 from Jan 1. Micro (5 or fewer) $14.25; small (6-100) rises to $16.37 — both effective July 1, 2026.
FAQ
What is the minimum wage in St. Paul?
$16.37 per hour since 2026-01-01. This is higher than the MN state minimum ($11.41), so the local rate applies for work performed in St. Paul.
Does the St. Paul rate apply to all employers?
Smaller employers may have a lower tier ($14.25/hr). See employer rules above.
Which applies if city and state rates differ?
Employers must pay the highest of federal, state, and local rates for work performed in that jurisdiction.
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Official source: stpaul.gov/departments/human-rights-equal-economic-opportunity/labor-standards-enforcement-and-education/minimum-wage · Compare Minnesota state rate → · Verified 2026-09-07