Regional Minimum Wage Database
Explore minimum wage rates across Philippine regions. Filter by sector and compare current non‑agriculture, agriculture, and retail/service rates.
Understanding Minimum Wage in the Philippines
What is Minimum Wage?
The minimum wage is the lowest amount that employers can legally pay their workers. In the Philippines, minimum wage rates are set by Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Boards (RTWPBs) under the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Rates vary by region and sector to reflect local cost of living and economic conditions.
Sector Categories
Non-Agriculture
Covers manufacturing, services, retail trade, and most private sector employers. Generally has the highest minimum wage rates.
Agriculture
Applies to farms, plantations, and agricultural businesses. Typically has lower rates than non-agricultural sectors.
Retail/Service
Special rates for retail establishments and service contractors. May vary based on establishment size and number of employees.
Why Do Rates Vary by Region?
Minimum wage rates differ across Philippine regions to account for variations in:
- •Cost of Living: Metro areas like NCR have higher living costs than provincial regions
- •Economic Development: More developed regions can support higher wage levels
- •Industry Composition: Regional economies focus on different sectors with varying productivity
- •Inflation Rates: Local inflation affects purchasing power differently across regions
Who is Covered?
Minimum wage laws apply to all workers in the private sector, including:
Official Data Sources
Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)
Official source for all minimum wage orders and adjustments. DOLE publishes wage orders issued by Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Boards.
View Current Wage RatesRegional Tripartite Wages Boards
Each region has its own wage board composed of representatives from workers, employers, and government. They determine minimum wage adjustments.
View Wage Orders by RegionRepublic Act No. 6727
The Wage Rationalization Act provides the legal framework for minimum wage determination and adjustments in the Philippines.
Read Full Text of RA 6727DOLE Labor Advisories
Regular updates and clarifications on minimum wage implementation, including special cases and exemptions.
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Wage rates are based on the latest available regional wage orders (2025). Updates are applied when new wage orders are released. Always verify with official DOLE publications for current legally enforceable rates.
Disclaimer: Information provided is for general guidance. Official wage compliance and enforcement rely on current DOLE and regional wage board issuances. Always cross‑check rates with authoritative sources.