Minimum wage lookup - 2026
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Minimum wage rates are updated annually. Some cities and counties have local minimum wages higher than the state rate. Always verify current rates with your state labor department.
Minimum wage by state - all 50 states 2026
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Georgia minimum wage - 2026
Official rates sourced from the Georgia Department of Labor
Georgia minimum wage overview
Georgia's state minimum wage of $5.15 per hour is actually below the federal rate. However, most Georgia employers are covered by the FLSA and must pay the federal minimum of $7.25. Only employers not covered by the FLSA would pay the lower state rate.
Georgia is one of two states (along with Wyoming) with a minimum wage below the federal rate. In practice, the federal rate of $7.25 applies to virtually all Georgia employers. Georgia has not increased its state minimum wage since 2001.
Governing law
Georgia minimum wage is governed by Georgia Code OCGA 34-4-3 (O.C.G.A. § 34-4-3). This statute establishes the minimum hourly wage that Georgia employers must pay covered employees.
The official authority for minimum wage enforcement in Georgia is the Georgia Department of Labor. For official rate verification or to report a minimum wage violation, contact the Georgia Department of Labor directly.
What if my employer pays less than minimum wage?
If your employer is paying you less than the Georgia minimum wage of $7.25 per hour, you have the right to file a wage claim with the Georgia Department of Labor. You may be entitled to recover back wages plus penalties. Most states allow you to recover unpaid wages going back 2-3 years. You can also file a complaint with the federal U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division which enforces the federal minimum wage under the FLSA.
Data source: Georgia Department of Labor and O.C.G.A. § 34-4-3. Last verified: Federal rate. Minimum wage rates can change - always verify the current rate with the Georgia Department of Labor before making employment decisions.