10 countries with the highest minimum wage

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The government sets a minimum wage based on the cost of living, inflation and the overall economic conditions of the geography.

Here is a list of countries with the highest minimum wage per hour!

10. France

Minimum wage: $12.12 (€11.65)

9. Canada*

Minimum wage: $12.25 (CAD 17.75) *wef April 1, 2025

8. New Zealand*

Minimum wage: $13.19 (NZD 23.20) *wef April 1, 2025

7. Belgium

Minimum wage: $13.45 (€12.82)

6. Germany

Minimum wage: $13.45 (€12.82)

5. Ireland*

Minimum wage: $14.16 (€13.50) *for adults over the age of 20

4. The Netherlands*

Minimum wage: $14.76 (€14.06) * for adults 21 or older

3. Australia

Minimum wage: $14.97 (AUD 24.10)

2. UK*

Minimum wage: $15.50 (£12.21) *wef April 1, 2025, for adults aged 21 or older

1. Luxembourg*

Minimum wage: $16.1 (€15.25) *for unskilled labour

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