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Ohio Minimum Wage & Labor Laws (2026)
In 2026, the Ohio minimum wage is $11.00/hour. Overtime is 1.5× the regular rate over 40 hours a week. Below are the wage, overtime, final-paycheck and break rules, plus a calculator pre-set to Ohio.
Employers grossing under $394,000 may pay the federal $7.25.
Ohio wage & hour rate sheet
2026 rules, sourced to the U.S. DOL and the state labor department
$11.00/hr
minimum wage
- Overtime
- 1.5x the regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. Ohio follows the federal FLSA weekly rule.
- Tipped pay
- $5.50/hr cash. Employers may take a tip credit; cash wage plus tips must reach $11.00/hr.
- Final paycheck
- Fired: Next payday or within 15 days, whichever is earlier. Quit: Next payday or within 15 days, whichever is earlier.
- Meal & rest breaks
- Meal: No state requirement for adults (follows federal). Rest: No state requirement (none mandated).
Ohio pay & overtime calculator
Pre-set to Ohio. Enter your rate and hours.
Your hours
Your pay this week
OT $30.00/hrGross pay
$950.00
before taxes and deductions
Regular40 hrs × $20.00$800.00
Overtime (1.50×)5 hrs × $30.00$150.00
Total gross$950.00
Ohio follows the FLSA weekly rule: 1.5× the regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek.
Ohio figures are current for 2026 and compiled from the U.S. Department of Labor and Ohio's labor department. Cities and counties may set higher local minimums, and industry rules vary, so confirm with your state labor department before relying on this for payroll or a legal decision.