The minimum wage in Ireland is €14.15 per hour for most adult workers (aged 20 and over) as of 1 January 2026.

Quick Scoop: Minimum Wage in Ireland (Per Hour)

Core hourly rates (2026)

For statutory national minimum wage in Ireland from 1 January 2026:

  • Age 20 and over : €14.15 per hour
  • Age 19 : about €12.74–€12.735 per hour (90% of full rate)
  • Age 18 : €11.32 per hour (80% of full rate)
  • Under 18 : €9.74 per hour (70% of full rate)

These are before tax and apply per hour worked, across most sectors, with limited exemptions (for example, some training arrangements).

Why it changed recently

Ireland raised the minimum wage from €13.50 to €14.15 per hour on 1 January 2026, following recommendations from the Low Pay Commission and as part of Budget 2026.

This increase is part of a broader move toward a “living wage” standard and to keep up with rising living costs and inflation.

Mini overview of recent trend

  • 2025: €13.50 per hour for age 20+
  • 2026: €14.15 per hour for age 20+

So if you’re asking “what is minimum wage in Ireland per hour” right now in early 2026, the headline answer for an adult worker (20+) is €14.15 per hour , with lower age-based bands underneath that.

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