South Dakota Increases Minimum Wage for 2019
11/01/18
Author: Jody Rodney/Tuesday, October 30, 2018/Categories: News
Overview: South Dakota's minimum wage will increase to $9.10 per hour on January 1, 2019. The increase is a result of an annual adjustment for inflation.
Effective Date: January 1, 2019
Details:
Tipped Employees:
Beginning January 1, 2019, tipped employees must receive $4.55 per hour in direct cash wages. If the employee's direct cash wages and tips fail to equal or exceed the minimum wage, employers must make up the difference.
Exemptions:
There are exemptions from the minimum wage for certain seasonal amusement or recreational establishments, babysitters, outside salespeople, and employees paid an opportunity or training wage (see SDCL 60-11-3, 60-11-3.1, and 60-11-4.1). There are also exemptions for certain apprentices or individuals with developmental disabilities (see SDCL 60-11-5).
Call to Action: Beginning January 1, 2019, South Dakota employers must generally pay non-exempt employees at least $9.10 per hour.
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