Kansas does not set a minimum wage above the federal level, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act must pay the federal minimum of $7.25 per hour. Kansas matches the federal minimum wage of $7.25.
Wage rates for 2026
Basic minimum wage
$7.25 per hour
Tip credit
Yes Allowed
Tipped cash wage
$2.13 per hour
Youth / training wage
Federal youth wage of $4.25/hour may apply to workers under 20 for their first 90 days.
Overtime & premium pay
| Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Weekly | 46 hours (1.5x) |
Kansas requires overtime after 46 hours for employees not covered by the FLSA; FLSA-covered workers get overtime after 40.
Related labor laws in Kansas
Paid sick leave
Not required by state law.
Overtime
Overtime is required after 46 hours (1.5x) in a week. Kansas requires overtime after 46 hours for employees not covered by the FLSA; FLSA-covered workers get overtime after 40.
Pay frequency & final paycheck
Rules for how often employees must be paid and when a final paycheck is due vary. Confirm the current requirements with the Kansas Department of Labor.