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North Carolina employers can meet posting requirements with our laminated version of the official state minimum wage notice. This poster is ideal for break rooms, time clock stations, and shared workspaces.

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North Carolina Minimum Wage Requirements

North Carolina follows the federal minimum wage, currently $7.25 per hour, as its state minimum. Employers must also comply with federal standards as outlined in the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Tipped employees may receive $2.13 per hour in direct wages if tips bring their total to $7.25 per hour or more.
Overtime pay must be at least 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for hours over 40 in a workweek.
Youth workers, apprentices, and specific exempt roles may be subject to additional rules.

Our laminated North Carolina Minimum Wage poster is based on the official notice issued by the North Carolina Department of Labor and is compliant for workplace posting.

As labor laws continue to evolve, maintaining up-to-date 2026 labor law posters helps north carolina employers remain inspection-ready and avoid costly penalties.

If your business has employees outside north-carolina , minimum wage laws vary by location. View our updated resourse to U.S. minimum wage rates by state to stay compliant nationwide.

Want to avoid printing each poster?

The North Labor Law Poster includes this minimum wage notice, as well as additional required postings, such as the “North Carolina Wage and Hour Act” notice and “Unemployment Insurance.” This poster is a practical solution for staying up-to-date with state and federal laws.

Stay compliant with federal and state labor laws

State and federal agencies require multiple labor law notices to be posted. Our all-on-one poster provides an efficient compliance solution for any business.

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<span class="font-semibold">North Carolina employers can meet posting requirements with our laminated version of the official state minimum wage notice.</span> This poster is ideal for break rooms, time clock stations, and shared workspaces.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the North Carolina minimum wage in 2026?

North Carolina's minimum wage is $7.25 per hour in 2026, matching the federal rate.