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www.wral.comDirect answer: North Carolina’s minimum wage remains $7.25 per hour as of now.
Context and recent developments:
- The state minimum wage has not been raised since 2008 and currently tracks the federal minimum wage of $7.25, with tipped workers receiving at least $2.13 per hour as long as total earnings meet or exceed the standard minimum wage.[3][5][7]
- There have been bills proposed in the General Assembly to raise the wage (including proposals up to around $22 per hour in some bills), but none have become law to-date, so the official state minimum wage stays at $7.25.[2][5][8]
Notes and tips:
- If you’re an employer, you must pay at least $7.25 per hour to non-exempt employees, and ensure tipped employees’ combined earnings (hourly wage plus tips) meet or exceed that amount, with the $2.13 per hour tipped base in effect where applicable.[5][3]
- Some articles and local outlets discuss proposed increases and future state-by-state changes; for the latest status, check North Carolina General Assembly updates or reputable local news sources, since bills can change status quickly.[2]
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