The current Michigan minimum wage is 13.73 dollars per hour for most non- tipped adult workers as of January 1, 2026.

Quick Scoop: Michigan Minimum Wage (2026)

  • Standard minimum wage: 13.73 dollars/hour for most workers age 18+.
  • Tipped employees: 5.49 dollars/hour cash wage, as long as tips bring them up to at least 13.73 dollars/hour total.
  • Minors (16–17 years): 11.67 dollars/hour , which is 85% of the full minimum wage.

A quick real-life example

Imagine you work at a restaurant in Detroit as a server getting tips. Your employer must pay you at least 5.49 dollars per hour in direct wages, and if your tips plus that wage don’t reach 13.73 dollars per hour on average, they are legally required to make up the difference so your total hourly pay is at least the full minimum.

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