Vermont Minimum Wage 2026 & 2027
The Vermont minimum wage is $14.42 an hour as of 2026-10-25. Full time, that is about $29,994 a year.
Vermont minimum wage rates
| Hourly rate | |
|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | $14.42 |
| January 1, 2027 | Not yet announced |
| Tipped workers (cash wage) | $7.21 |
| Federal minimum | $7.25 |
Earnings at $14.42 an hour
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Per week (40 hours) | $577 |
| Per month | $2,499 |
| Per year (2,080 hours) | $29,994 |
| Take-home per month after federal tax & FICA | $2,190 |
Other payroll deductions in Vermont
| Program | Employee rate | Wage cap |
|---|---|---|
| Child Care Contribution (max employee share) | 0.11% | No cap |
Details
- Indexed: lesser of 5% or CPI-U (21 V.S.A. 384); usually announced in October. Not posted on labor.vermont.gov as of 2026-10-25.
- Projection (not official, Bloomberg Tax): ~$14.91, tipped ~$7.46.
- Tipped (service) cash wage 50% of minimum. Employers with 2+ employees.
Sources: labor.vermont.gov · dol.gov
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Vermont in 2026?
$14.42 an hour as of 2026-10-25.
Will the Vermont minimum wage go up in 2027?
The 2027 rate has not been announced yet.
What is the tipped minimum wage in Vermont?
$7.21 an hour in cash wages; tips must make up the difference to the full minimum wage.
How much is $14.42 an hour per year?
$29,994 a year at 40 hours a week, or about $2,499 a month before taxes.