National Minimum Wage & National Living Wage Calculator

Check the applicable National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage hourly rate and compare it with an entered pay rate.

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2026 National Minimum Wage rates

From 1 April 2026 the National Living Wage applies to workers aged 21 and over at £12.71 per hour. The 18 to 20 rate is £10.85, the under-18 rate is £8.00 and the apprentice rate is £8.00 for qualifying apprentices.

Rates change on 1 April each year. A full NMW check can require consideration of working time and the payments that count towards minimum wage.

Source: GOV.UK National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates.

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This calculator provides general HR information and practical use. It does not constitute legal advice. Check current official guidance and the employee's contract, policy and applicable legislation before relying on the result.