Minimum Wage in Mexico

The general minimum wage is MX$315.04 a day in 2026, about MX$9,582 a month, up 13%. In the Northern Border Free Zone it is MX$440.87 a day.

An hour MX$46.04

A week MX$2,210.13

A month MX$9,577.22 ≈ $511

A year MX$114,926.59

General minimum, since 1 January 2026. The legal rate is set a day (highlighted); the others assume 48 hours a week. All amounts are before tax.

Minimum wage calculator for Mexico

Change the hours to see what the minimum pays for part-time work or overtime, or enter your own hourly pay.

Pay an hour (MXN) Hours a week

A week: MX$2,210.13
A month: MX$9,577.22
A year: MX$114,926.59

Months are 52 weeks ÷ 12. Paid holidays, overtime premiums and extra monthly payments are not included.

Who is covered

Varies by region

All workers are covered. CONASAMI also sets higher professional minimums for some jobs, and employers must pay a Christmas bonus (aguinaldo) of at least 15 days’ wages.

Next change

CONASAMI announces the next rates in December, to take effect on 1 January.

Checked 23 October 2026 against labour ministries, official gazettes and recent reporting. Your own minimum can depend on your age, sector, region or contract, so check with the labour authority or your union. This is a summary, not legal advice. Sources: Garrigues: Acordado el incremento de los salarios mínimos para 2026.

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Working days in Mexico

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