There’s been a lot of talk about raising the minimum wage not only in Michigan, but nationwide this year. Starting January 2019, the regular minimum wage will be adjusted based on the average annual percentage change in the Midwestern consumer price index over a five-year period. The adjustment will be capped at 3.5 percent, and there will be no increase if the state unemployment rate is 8.5 percent or higher.
Effective Sept 1, 2014
$7.40 → $8.15
Per hour, regular minimum wage
Tipped employees
38% of minimum
Previously 35% of $7.40 ($2.65/hr)
- Minors 16–17: may be paid 85% of the minimum hourly rate.
- Training wages: $4.25/hr for employees 16–19 during the first 90 days of employment.
- Overtime: Workforce Opportunity Wage Act requires 1.5x regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek.
For more information contact Terry Maycroft at (231) 726-5825.