Minnesota overtime.
Minnesota layers its own overtime rules on top of the federal FLSA baseline.
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How Minnesota calculates overtime.
Weekly overtime
Hours over 48 per workweek paid at 1.5×
Daily overtime
Not required by state law
Double time
Not required by state law
7th consecutive day
No special rule
Calculate your Minnesota overtime
The weekly timesheet automatically applies MN rules.
Who's outside the rules
These categories of employees may be exempt from the overtime requirements above:
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Executive, administrative, and professional employees
Minnesota state law requires overtime after 48 hours, but federal FLSA (40 hours) applies to most workers.
Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry
(651) 284-5070
https://www.dli.mn.gov
Minnesota at a glance
Minnesota has a diversified economy with a real GDP of $395.3 billion in 2024. The state is known for its strength in medical technology, food processing, manufacturing, and financial services, with 19 Fortune 500 companies headquartered there.
Industries with frequent overtime
Medical Technology and Healthcare
Minnesota is a global leader in medical device manufacturing, with companies like Medtronic and numerous healthcare systems employing workers who frequently work overtime to meet production demands and patient care needs.
Food Processing
As a major agricultural state producing sugar beets, corn, and turkeys, food processing facilities often require overtime work during harvest seasons and to meet consumer demand.
Manufacturing
Advanced manufacturing, including machinery and fabricated metal products, employs thousands of workers who may work overtime during production surges and order fulfillment periods.
Transportation and Warehousing
This fast-growing sector often requires overtime during peak shipping seasons, holidays, and when meeting tight delivery schedules.
Minnesota overtime FAQ
Minnesota state law requires overtime pay at 1.5 times your regular rate for hours worked over 48 in a seven-day period. However, most employers are also subject to federal FLSA rules, which require overtime after 40 hours per week. If your employer has gross annual sales over $500,000 or is involved in interstate commerce, the 40-hour federal threshold applies.
As of 2024, Minnesota's minimum wage is $10.85 per hour for large employers and $8.85 for small employers. The micro business rate (5 or fewer employees) is $12.25 per hour, increasing to $13.25 on July 1, 2025. Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times your regular hourly rate.
No. Minnesota law prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who file wage claims. Retaliation includes termination, demotion, reduction in hours, harassment, or any other adverse action. If you experience retaliation, you may have additional legal claims against your employer.
Filing a wage claim in Minnesota
If you believe you're owed unpaid overtime, here's what to do — in order.
Gather all documentation including pay stubs, time records, and employment agreements
Download and complete the wage claim form from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry website
Submit the completed form with all supporting documentation to the Department of Labor and Industry
The department will investigate and may pursue recovery of unpaid wages on your behalf, or you may file a private lawsuit
Minnesota has a unique dual overtime threshold system. State law sets overtime at 48 hours per week, but most employers must follow the stricter federal 40-hour standard. Workers should determine whether their employer is federally covered, which typically applies to businesses with over $500,000 in annual sales or those involved in interstate commerce.
For general education only. Overtime law changes and has exceptions not listed here. For a specific situation, talk to your employer's HR department, the Minnesota Department of Labor, or an employment attorney.