Kansas Minimum Wage (2025)

The Kansas minimum wage for 2025 is set at $7.25 per hour.

For tipped employees in Kansas, the minimum cash wage is $2.13 per hour. Employers may take a tip credit, but must ensure tipped employees earn at least the full minimum wage of $7.25 when direct wages and tips are combined. Federal tipped minimum applies. Employers may take a tip credit of up to $5.12 if total pay (tips + base) meets $7.25/hour. Understanding the tipped minimum wage is essential for both employers and workers in the service industry.

Kansas allows a youth minimum wage of $4.25 per hour under specific conditions. Federal youth wage applies for workers under 20 during the first 90 consecutive calendar days of employment. This reduced training wage helps employers create entry-level opportunities while ensuring young workers receive fair compensation during their initial employment period.

Like most states, Kansas follows standard overtime regulations where eligible employees must receive overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.

Important considerations for Kansas's minimum wage law include: State law excludes FLSA-covered employment. Employers should consult with legal counsel to ensure full compliance with these provisions.

For the most current and authoritative information on Kansas's minimum wage laws and regulations, employers and workers should consult the official Kansas labor department website or legal counsel. Understanding your rights and obligations regarding minimum wage, tipped wages, and youth employment is essential for both employers and employees.