Georgia Labor Law & Payroll Quick Reference (2026)
A plain-English summary of the key Georgia employment rules small businesses need to know: minimum wage, overtime, breaks, paid leave, and final pay.
Georgia Quick Reference Table
| Minimum Wage (2026) | $7.25/hr (federal applies) |
|---|---|
| Overtime | Federal FLSA only: 1.5x over 40 hrs/week |
| Meal & Rest Breaks | No state-mandated breaks for adults |
| Paid Sick Leave | No state paid sick leave mandate |
| Final Paycheck | No specific final-pay deadline; pay by next payday |
| Notable Rules | Employment is at-will; flat 5.39% state income tax |
Running Compliant Payroll in Georgia
Staying compliant in Georgia 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 Georgia and federal rules without manual lookups.
For a hands-on take-home pay estimate, try our Georgia paycheck calculator.
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What is the Georgia minimum wage in 2026?
The Georgia minimum wage is $7.25/hr (federal applies).
How does overtime work in Georgia?
Federal FLSA only: 1.5x over 40 hrs/week.
When is a final paycheck due in Georgia?
No specific final-pay deadline; pay by next payday.
Does Georgia require paid sick leave?
No state paid sick leave mandate.
How does MyCo help with Georgia compliance?
MyCo applies Georgia 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.