Take-Home Hourly Rate Calculator for North Carolina Servers
What North Carolina servers and bartenders actually take home per hour. Pre-filled with the North Carolina tipped minimum of $2.13/hr — adjust to your real wage if higher.
Last reviewed Apr 23, 2026
North Carolina tipped wage rules
- Tipped minimum cash wage: $2.13/hr
- Regular minimum wage: $7.25/hr
- Tip credit: Allowed (federal style)
- Effective: 2026-01-01
North Carolina permits the federal tip credit, so your base wage may be as low as $2.13/hr. Your employer must make up the difference if tips don't bring you to $7.25/hr.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor — Minimum Wages for Tipped Employees
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How this is calculated
- Multiply hours by your hourly wage → base pay.
- Add card tips and cash tips, then subtract tip-out → take-home.
- Divide take-home by hours worked → your take-home hourly rate.
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FAQ
What is the tipped minimum wage in North Carolina?
As of 2026-01-01, North Carolina's tipped minimum wage is $2.13/hr and the regular minimum wage is $7.25/hr. North Carolina permits the federal tip credit, so your base wage may be as low as $2.13/hr. Your employer must make up the difference if tips don't bring you to $7.25/hr.
How is take-home hourly rate calculated for North Carolina servers?
Multiply hours by your base wage (in North Carolina, often $2.13/hr), add card and cash tips, then subtract tip-out. Divide by hours worked. The calculator above does this for you.
Should I include cash tips?
Yes. Cash tips are part of take-home. Track them daily and include them here.