Quick answer: The NCR (Metro Manila) minimum wage for 2026 is ₱695 per day for non-agriculture workers, under Wage Order NCR-26 (effective 18 July 2025). It is the highest regional rate in the Philippines. Compute overtime on this rate →
NCR minimum wage by sector (2026)
| Sector | Daily minimum wage |
|---|---|
| Non-agriculture | ₱695 |
| Service / retail (15 or fewer workers) and small manufacturing | ₱658 |
Source: Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board – NCR, Wage Order NCR-26, effective 18 July 2025.
Monthly equivalent
Minimum-wage earners are paid daily, so the monthly figure depends on how many days you are paid for:
- Paid 22 days/month: ₱695 × 22 ≈ ₱15,290
- Paid 26 days/month: ₱695 × 26 ≈ ₱18,070
These are gross figures before any contributions. Crucially, statutory minimum-wage earners are exempt from income tax on their minimum wage — including the holiday, overtime, night-shift differential and hazard pay tied to it.
What it means for overtime and holidays
Your daily minimum wage is the base for every premium:
- Hourly rate = ₱695 ÷ 8 = ₱86.88
- Ordinary-day overtime = ₱86.88 × 1.25 = ₱108.59 per hour
- Rest-day overtime = ₱86.88 × 1.69 = ₱146.82 per hour
The Overtime Pay Calculator takes your daily rate and works out overtime, rest-day, holiday and night pay automatically.
Related guides
- Minimum wage in the Philippines by region →
- Overtime pay rate in the Philippines →
- Night differential pay →
Source: Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board – NCR, Wage Order NCR-26 (effective 18 July 2025), via the National Wages and Productivity Commission. Wage orders change over time — this is an estimate only; confirm the current rate with the NWPC or DOLE.