North Dakota Minimum Wage
N.D.C.C. 34-06-22
Regulatory Snapshot: North Dakota Minimum Wage
North Dakota Minimum Wage (N.D.C.C. 34-06-22) is an enacted law in North Dakota under the Employment & Worker Protection category. It was enacted on 2009-07-24 and becomes effective on 2009-07-24. North Dakota currently reports 2 tracked regulations with 2 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 34/100 relative to the national baseline. PlainRegWatch last verified this entry on 2026-03-18.
Nationally, 107 states have enacted employment & worker protection statutes and 0 additional bills remain pending — 51 distinct jurisdictions have codified rules in this area so far. That places North Dakota within a mature and broadly adopted employment & worker protection landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in N.D.C.C. 34-06-22 itself.
Applicability under North Dakota Minimum Wage: All ND employers. Penalty exposure is documented as: Dept of Labor enforcement. Notable exemptions: Agricultural workers, domestic service..
Summary
North Dakota minimum wage equals federal: $7.25/hr. No state increases enacted.
Key Requirements
$7.25/hr. Tipped: $4.86/hr + tips. Youth (under 18, first 90 days): $4.86/hr.
Penalties
Dept of Labor enforcement.
Applicability
All ND employers.
Exemptions
Agricultural workers, domestic service.
Official Source
https://www.nd.gov/labor/workplace-standards/minimum-wageFrequently Asked Questions
Which states have employment & worker protection regulations?
As of the last verification, 51 states have enacted employment & worker protection regulations, with 0 additional bills pending across other states. North Dakota is among the states that has enacted such legislation. Browse all employment & worker protection regulations at plainregwatch.com for the complete state-by-state comparison.
When was North Dakota Minimum Wage enacted?
North Dakota Minimum Wage was enacted on 2009-07-24 and became effective on 2009-07-24. It was introduced as N.D.C.C. 34-06-22.
What are the penalties for violating North Dakota Minimum Wage?
Dept of Labor enforcement. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does North Dakota Minimum Wage apply to small businesses?
All ND employers. Many state regulations include thresholds or exemptions for smaller organizations. Review the full applicability criteria and consult legal counsel to determine your obligations.
How does North Dakota compare to other states on employment & worker protection?
North Dakota has a regulatory strictness score of 34/100, based on 2 enacted regulations out of 2 tracked. Nationally, 51 states have enacted employment & worker protection laws. Visit our state comparison page for a full ranking.
Where can I read the full text of North Dakota Minimum Wage?
The official text of North Dakota Minimum Wage (N.D.C.C. 34-06-22) is available from the North Dakota legislature. PlainRegWatch links to the official source for every tracked regulation. We recommend reviewing the full statute alongside qualified legal counsel for compliance planning.
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