Florida Labor Law & Payroll Quick Reference (2026)
A plain-English summary of the key Florida employment rules small businesses need to know: minimum wage, overtime, breaks, paid leave, and final pay.
Florida Quick Reference Table
| Minimum Wage (2026) | $13.00/hr (rising toward $15 by 2026) |
|---|---|
| Overtime | Federal FLSA only: 1.5x over 40 hrs/week |
| Meal & Rest Breaks | No state-mandated meal or rest breaks for adults |
| Paid Sick Leave | No state paid sick leave mandate |
| Final Paycheck | No specific final-paycheck deadline; pay by next regular payday |
| Notable Rules | No state income tax; constitutional minimum wage increases annually |
Running Compliant Payroll in Florida
Staying compliant in Florida means applying the right minimum wage, calculating overtime correctly, honoring break and paid-leave rules, and meeting final-paycheck deadlines. MyCo automates all of this so every pay run follows Florida and federal rules without manual lookups.
For a hands-on take-home pay estimate, try our Florida paycheck calculator.
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What is the Florida minimum wage in 2026?
The Florida minimum wage is $13.00/hr (rising toward $15 by 2026).
How does overtime work in Florida?
Federal FLSA only: 1.5x over 40 hrs/week.
When is a final paycheck due in Florida?
No specific final-paycheck deadline; pay by next regular payday.
Does Florida require paid sick leave?
No state paid sick leave mandate.
How does MyCo help with Florida compliance?
MyCo applies Florida minimum wage, overtime, paid-leave, and final-pay rules automatically and produces payroll-ready data; US payroll tax filing is configured during onboarding through your payroll provider.