August new on minimum salary
As of August 2022, the minimum salary in various countries is as follows:
United States:
- Federal minimum wage: $7.25 per hour (last increased in 2009)
- Some states have higher minimum wages:
- California: $15.00 per hour (effective January 1, 2022)
- New York: $14.20 per hour (effective December 31, 2021)
- Massachusetts: $15.00 per hour (effective January 1, 2022)
European Union:
- The European Union has a minimum wage directive, but it's not mandatory for all member states. Some countries have a national minimum wage:
- Germany: €9.35 per hour (approximately $10.50 USD)
- France: €10.03 per hour (approximately $11.30 USD)
- United Kingdom: £9.50 per hour (approximately $12.50 USD)
Canada:
- Federal minimum wage: $15.00 per hour (effective June 26, 2022)
- Some provinces have higher minimum wages:
- Ontario: $15.00 per hour (effective June 1, 2022)
- British Columbia: $15.65 per hour (effective June 1, 2022)
Australia:
- National minimum wage: AU$20.33 per hour (approximately $14.50 USD)
India:
- National minimum wage: ₹176.50 per hour (approximately $2.40 USD)
South Africa:
- National minimum wage: R23.00 per hour (approximately $1.60 USD)
Please note that these figures are subject to change and might not reflect the current minimum salary in each country. Additionally, some countries have different minimum wages for different industries, regions, or types of employment.