Minnesota labor laws
The pay and leave rules Minnesota employers most often ask about: posting salary ranges, paid sick leave, overtime and state leave programs.
Last verified November 2, 2026. Sources: dli.mn.gov, dli.mn.gov.
Pay transparency
Status: in effect since January 1, 2025. Who's covered: 30+ employees.
pay range or fixed rate plus general benefits description in postings
Employers may not ask applicants about their pay history.
Paid sick leave
Minnesota requires paid sick leave: 1 hour per 30 hours worked, capped at 48 hrs accrual/yr; 80 hr balance cap. Coverage: all employers (employees 80+ hrs/yr in MN).
Minneapolis, St. Paul, Bloomington, Duluth ordinances
Overtime
Non-exempt employees earn 1.5 times their regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek under the Fair Labor Standards Act. State overtime threshold is 48 hours/week for non-FLSA-covered employers.
State paid leave and disability insurance
- Minnesota Paid Leave: employees contribute 0.44% of wages, employers 0.44%. Contributions began Jan 1, 2026. Total 0.88%; employer pays at least 50%, may deduct up to 0.44% from employee. Small employers (30 or fewer employees) pay reduced total 0.66% (employer share ~0.22%). Wage base $185,000 (SS base rounded). 2027 rate unchanged at 0.88%.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Minnesota require salary ranges in job postings?
- Yes. pay range or fixed rate plus general benefits description in postings Coverage: 30+ employees.
- Is paid sick leave required in Minnesota?
- Yes. 1 hour per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hrs accrual/yr; 80 hr balance cap.
- When is overtime due in Minnesota?
- For non-exempt employees, at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek. State overtime threshold is 48 hours/week for non-FLSA-covered employers.