Intro to Vermont Labor Laws

Get an overview of the Vermont labor laws small businesses should know when hiring, and updates on employment laws that could impact your business.

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Last updated on January 12th, 2026

Minimum Wage

The minimum wage in Vermont is $14.42 per hour.

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Minimum Exempt Salary Requirements

Vermont follows the federal minimum exempt requirement of $684 per week or $35,568 per year for most exemptions from minimum wage and overtime.

References: Federal Minimum Exemption Threshold(opens in a new tab)

Meal & Rest Laws

In Vermont, employers are required to provide employees with reasonable opportunities to eat or use the bathroom.

References: Wage & Hour Summary(opens in a new tab)

Lactation Accommodation Laws

Vermont state law requires employers to provide reasonable paid or unpaid breaks for employees to pump breast milk and a private space that’s not a bathroom, for up to three years after childbirth.

References: Wage & Hour Summary(opens in a new tab)

This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, legal or tax advice. If you have any legal or tax questions regarding this content or related issues, then you should consult with your professional legal or tax advisor.

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