🚨 Florida Minimum Wage Increase – Effective September 30, 2025

Florida’s minimum wage will increase to $14.00 per hour, while the minimum cash wage for tipped employees will rise to $10.98 per hour.

This increase is part of a voter-approved constitutional amendment that raises the minimum wage by $1 annually, with the goal of reaching $15.00 by September 30, 2026.

Key Details:

• Standard Minimum Wage: $14.00/hr
• Tipped Cash Wage: $10.98/hr
• Effective Date: September 30, 2025
• Basis: Constitutional amendment approved in 2020

Employers should:

• Update required workplace posters
• Adjust payroll systems to reflect new rates
• Ensure tipped employees’ wages + tips meet or exceed $14.00/hr

Employees should:

• Review pay stubs after Sept. 30 for accuracy
• Confirm cash wages + tips are clearly reflected

📌 Staying proactive with compliance helps avoid costly mistakes.