Massachusetts

Payroll Compliance Guide

8 requirements covered • Last updated December 2025

This guide covers final paycheck timing, vacation payout, wage and hour rules, and other compliance topics for Massachusetts. Updates are based on state agency sources and last verified December 2025.

Massachusetts at a Glance

Minimum Wage

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Tipped Minimum Wage

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Daily Overtime Threshold

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Weekly Overtime Threshold

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Meal Break Rules

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Rest Break Rules

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Final Paycheck Rules

Final Pay Rules (Resignation): Next payday Final Pay Rules (Termination): Next business day

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Vacation / PTO Payout

Policy/contract governs Updated December 2025.

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Minimum Wage

No specific rule has been recorded for Massachusetts in this category.

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Tipped Minimum Wage

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Daily Overtime Threshold

No specific rule has been recorded for Massachusetts in this category.

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Weekly Overtime Threshold

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Meal Break Rules

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Rest Break Rules

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