what is the current minimum wage in texas

Texas’ current minimum wage is $7.25 per hour , which matches the federal minimum wage. The Texas Workforce Commission says Texas adopts the federal minimum wage rate, effective July 24, 2009.

Quick Scoop

• Hourly minimum wage: $7.25

• Tipped workers: Texas law allows a lower direct wage in some cases, as long as tips plus wages reach the minimum wage

• Most workers: Covered by the federal rate unless a specific exemption applies

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