NHNew Hampshire pay rules
Minimum wage $7.25. Overtime after 40 hours in a week. If you are fired, your last check is due within 72 hours of being fired.
New Hampshire minimum wage$7.25 now
New Hampshire overtime lawsWeekly overtime after 40 hours
New Hampshire final paycheck lawFired: within 72 hours of being fired
New Hampshire PTO payout lawDepends on written policy
| Rule | New Hampshire | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum wage | $7.25 an hour since July 24, 2009. No change planned. Statewide federal rate. | read the rulechecked October 29, 2026 |
| Cash pay if you get tips | At least $3.27 an hour. Tips may make up the rest, up to $3.98. | read the rulechecked October 29, 2026 |
| Overtime | 1.5x after 40 hours in a work week. No daily overtime. | RSA 279:21-VIIIchecked October 29, 2026 |
| Last check if fired | Within 72 hours of being fired | RSA 275:44, 275:53checked October 29, 2026 |
| Last check if you quit | Next regular payday. Within 72 hours if at least one pay period's notice was given | RSA 275:44, 275:53checked October 29, 2026 |
| If the last check is late | An extra penalty payment up to double the unpaid wages for deliberate nonpayment. | RSA 275:44, 275:53checked October 29, 2026 |
| Unused vacation when you leave | Depends on your employer's written policy. The employer's written policy or contract governs payout of unused vacation. | RSA 275:49checked October 29, 2026 |
| Meal break | 30-minute break after 5 consecutive hours unless the employee can eat while working and the employer allows it. | read the rulechecked October 29, 2026 |
| Rest break | No state rest period requirement. | read the rulechecked October 29, 2026 |
These rules cover the whole state. Cities and industries with their own rules are noted in the table. Checked October 29, 2026. Next check: January 1, 2027.