Employment & Worker Protection · Missouri
Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B)
RSMo 290.502 - enacted in Missouri.
- Enacted
- Status
- 2018
- Enacted
- 51
- States with employment & worker protection laws
- 17/100
- Missouri strictness
The bottom line
Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B) is an enacted law in Missouri, part of a mature, broadly-adopted employment & worker protection landscape.
- Enacted
- effective 2024-01-01
- 51
- states have employment & worker protection laws
- 107/107
- employment & worker protection laws enacted nationally
- 17/100
- Missouri strictness score
Data compiled 2026-03-18 from the official Missouri legislative record linked below; laws can be amended or repealed after this date.
Regulatory Snapshot: Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B)
Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B) (RSMo 290.502) is an enacted law in Missouri under the Employment & Worker Protection category. It was enacted on 2018-11-06 and becomes effective on 2024-01-01. Missouri currently reports 1 tracked regulations with 1 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 17/100 relative to the national baseline. PlainRegWatch compiled this entry's data on 2026-03-18; consult the linked official source for the current, authoritative text.
Nationally, 107 employment & worker protection statutes have been enacted and 0 additional bills remain pending - 51 distinct jurisdictions have codified rules in this area so far. That places Missouri within a mature and broadly adopted employment & worker protection landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in RSMo 290.502 itself.
Applicability under Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B): All Missouri employers. Penalty exposure is documented as: Dept of Labor enforcement. Civil action for 2x back pay. Notable exemptions: Retail/service establishments under $500K gross revenue..
Summary
Missouri minimum wage $13.75/hr (2024). Voter-approved. Tipped: $6.88/hr. Schedule to $15.00/hr by Jan 2026.
Key Requirements
$13.75/hr (2024). $15.00/hr from Jan 2026. Tipped: 50% of min. Annual CPI indexing after $15.
Penalties
Dept of Labor enforcement. Civil action for 2x back pay.
Applicability
All Missouri employers.
Exemptions
Retail/service establishments under $500K gross revenue.
Official Source
https://labor.mo.gov/minimum-wageHow Missouri compares on employment & worker protection
51 states regulate employment & worker protection - Missouri ranks #44 by overall regulatory strictness. Bar = state strictness score (0–100).
| # | State | Strictness |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 100 |
| 2 | Colorado | 76 |
| 3 | Texas | 69 |
| 4 | Connecticut | 62 |
| 5 | Illinois | 62 |
| 6 | Minnesota | 62 |
| 7 | New York | 62 |
| 8 | Oregon | 62 |
| 9 | Washington | 62 |
| 10 | Delaware | 59 |
Frequently 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. Missouri 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 Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B) enacted?
Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B) was enacted on 2018-11-06 and became effective on 2024-01-01. It was introduced as RSMo 290.502.
What are the penalties for violating Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B)?
Dept of Labor enforcement. Civil action for 2x back pay. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B) apply to small businesses?
All Missouri 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 Missouri compare to other states on employment & worker protection?
Missouri has a regulatory strictness score of 17/100, based on 1 enacted regulation out of 1 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 Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B)?
The official text of Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B) (RSMo 290.502) is available from the Missouri 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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Disclaimer: This summary is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Regulation details may have changed since this data was compiled (2026-03-18). Always consult official sources and qualified legal counsel for compliance guidance.
The bottom line
This law is already in force - here's what matters for employment & worker protection compliance.
- Missouri Minimum Wage (Proposition B) is enacted in Missouri, effective 2024-01-01. Official source
- 51 states now regulate employment & worker protection; Missouri ranks #44 by strictness - compare requirements before you operate across state lines. Compare states
- See every regulation Missouri tracks across all five policy areas. Missouri profile
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