Pennsylvania Labor Law & Payroll Quick Reference (2026)
A plain-English summary of the key Pennsylvania employment rules small businesses need to know: minimum wage, overtime, breaks, paid leave, and final pay.
Pennsylvania Quick Reference Table
| Minimum Wage (2026) | $7.25/hr (federal) |
|---|---|
| Overtime | 1.5x over 40 hrs/week |
| Meal & Rest Breaks | No state-mandated breaks for adults |
| Paid Sick Leave | No statewide paid sick leave (some cities require it) |
| Final Paycheck | Final pay by next regular payday |
| Notable Rules | Flat 3.07% state income tax; local taxes common |
Running Compliant Payroll in Pennsylvania
Staying compliant in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania and federal rules without manual lookups.
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What is the Pennsylvania minimum wage in 2026?
The Pennsylvania minimum wage is $7.25/hr (federal).
How does overtime work in Pennsylvania?
1.5x over 40 hrs/week.
When is a final paycheck due in Pennsylvania?
Final pay by next regular payday.
Does Pennsylvania require paid sick leave?
No statewide paid sick leave (some cities require it).
How does MyCo help with Pennsylvania compliance?
MyCo applies Pennsylvania 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.