New Hampshire Minimum Wage (2026)
New Hampshire’s minimum wage matches the federal $7.25 — the state sets no higher rate of its own, effective July 24, 2009. Tipped: tipped minimum $3.27. Next change: no increase currently scheduled.
The minimum wage in New Hampshire is $7.25/hour in 2026 (effective July 24, 2009).
- Minimum wage$7.25
- Tipped minimum$3.27
- Next scheduled changeNone scheduled
- Full-time annual (40 hrs/wk)$15,080
Source: state labor department / U.S. DOL, verified July 2026.
Scheduled future increases
None. New Hampshire has no future increase written into law; the rate changes only by legislation or ballot measure.
New Hampshire vs. neighboring states
| State | Minimum wage | vs. New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | $15.10 | +$7.85 |
| Massachusetts | $15.00 | +$7.75 |
| Vermont | $14.42 | +$7.17 |
New Hampshire minimum wage history
| Year | Rate |
|---|---|
| 2026 | $7.25 |
| 2025 | $7.25 |
| 2024 | $7.25 |
| 2023 | $7.25 |
| 2022 | $7.25 |
| 2021 | $7.25 |
| 2020 | $7.25 |
| 2019 | $7.25 |
| 2018 | $7.25 |
| 2017 | $7.25 |
| 2016 | $7.25 |
| 2015 | $7.25 |
| 2014 | $7.25 |
| 2013 | $7.25 |
| 2012 | $7.25 |
| 2011 | $7.25 |
| 2010 | $7.25 |
| 2009 | $7.25 |
| 2008 | $6.50 |
| 2007 | $5.15 |
| 2006 | $5.15 |
| 2005 | $5.15 |
| 2004 | $5.15 |
| 2003 | $5.15 |
| 2002 | $5.15 |
| 2001 | $5.15 |
| 2000 | $5.15 |
Historical rates from the U.S. DOL year-by-year tables (January snapshots; mid-year changes appear in the following year’s row).
Carve-outs & details
2011 legislature pegged state minimum to federal. Tipped = 45% of minimum: DOL table shows $3.27, EPI shows $3.26 (rounding of $3.2625) - DOL figure used.
Frequently asked questions
What is minimum wage in New Hampshire in 2026?
$7.25 per hour, effective July 24, 2009. This is the federal rate; the state sets no higher minimum of its own.
What is the tipped minimum wage in New Hampshire?
The base cash wage for tipped workers is $3.27; tips must bring total pay to at least the full minimum, or the employer makes up the difference.
When does New Hampshire's minimum wage go up next?
No future increase is currently written into law; a change would require new legislation or a ballot measure.
How much is full-time minimum wage in New Hampshire per year?
At 40 hours/week for 52 weeks, $7.25/hour is $15,080 per year before taxes.
Sources & methodology
Sources: New Hampshire labor department · U.S. DOL consolidated table · U.S. DOL historical tables.
Verified against the state labor agency and U.S. DOL, July 2026. Wage law has industry- and size-specific exceptions; confirm your situation with the state agency.