Minnesota Overtime Calculator
Minnesota has its own overtime law set at 48 hours — but the federal 40-hour rule covers most workers and usually wins. Enter your hours to see the weekly total.
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Minnesota Overtime Rules
Minnesota's state overtime threshold is 48 hours, higher than the federal 40. But most employers are covered by the FLSA, which requires 1.5× after 40 — so in practice the 40-hour rule applies to the great majority of Minnesota workers.
- 1.5× pay after 40 hours for FLSA-covered employees (most workers).
- Minnesota's own state law uses a higher 48-hour weekly threshold, which mainly affects small employers outside FLSA coverage.
- No daily overtime or double time under Minnesota law.
Because the federal 40-hour rule covers most employers, that's the figure this calculator uses. The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry administers the state's 48-hour standard for the few employers it covers.
The Minnesota minimum wage is $11.13/hour (tipped minimum $11.13). Large employer rate. Small: $8.85. Overtime is calculated on your actual hourly rate, not the minimum. See the full 2026 minimum wage table or compare states side by side.
Frequently asked questions
Both exist. Minnesota's state law sets 48 hours, but the federal FLSA sets 40 and covers most employers — so 40 hours is the rule for the great majority of workers. The higher state threshold mostly affects small employers outside federal coverage.
No. There's no daily-overtime rule. Overtime is based on weekly hours — 40 for most workers under the FLSA.
The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry handles state wage law, while FLSA overtime claims go to the U.S. Department of Labor. For most employees the 40-hour weekly rule is what applies.