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Key Facts: Anguilla Wages

Country
Anguilla (AIA)
Continent
North America
Currency
East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
Minimum Wage
$16.20 /hr ($6.00 USD)
Standard Work Week
40 hours
Data Source
Anguilla Minimum Wage Advisory Committee
Last Updated
2026-05-04
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Anguilla — Minimum Wage

East Caribbean Dollar (XCD) Data verified Jan 2026 Sources

Anguilla sets a minimum wage of

$16.20 /hr

$6.00 in US dollars Ranks #50 of 167 worldwide In effect since 2025-06-01

The minimum wage in Anguilla is $16.20/hr ($6.00 USD) as of 2026.

Anguilla's minimum wage is near the median for North America, ranking #15 out of 32 countries with statutory minimum wages. The standard work week is 40 hours.

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In Context

At minimum wage, a full-time worker in Anguilla earns $2,808/mo.

Monthly (full-time)
$2,808 at min. wage
USD equivalent
$1,040/mo monthly

Wage Breakdown

Hourly
$16.20
Monthly
$2,808Hourly rate × 40 hours/week × 52 weeks / 12 months
Annual
$33,696Hourly rate × 40 hours/week × 52 weeks

Anguilla's first statutory minimum wage, recommended by the Minimum Wage Advisory Committee at EC$16.20/hr (approximately US$6.00/hr). XCD is pegged to USD at EC$2.70 = US$1.00.

Work Week

Standard
40 hrs/wk
Maximum
48 hrs/wk
Overtime
1.5x pay

Standard workweek is 40 hours. Labour regulations follow Eastern Caribbean norms.

How Anguilla Compares

How Anguilla wages compare to North America averages and highest values
Metric Anguilla North America Avg.
Min. wage (USD equiv.) $6.00/hr $5.81/hr

Countries with Similar Minimum Wages

Countries with minimum wages similar to Anguilla
Country Min. Wage /hr (USD)
Slovakia $5.99
Hungary $5.96
Portugal $6.04
Greece $6.04
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha $6.06
Anguilla $6.00

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum wage in Anguilla?

The minimum wage in Anguilla is $16.20/hr (approximately $6.00 USD), effective since 2025-06-01. Anguilla's first statutory minimum wage, recommended by the Minimum Wage Advisory Committee at EC$16.20/hr (approximately US$6.00/hr). XCD is pegged to USD at EC$2.70 = US$1.00.

How many hours is the standard work week in Anguilla?

The standard work week in Anguilla is 40 hours, with a legal maximum of 48 hours. Overtime is paid at 1.5x the normal rate. Standard workweek is 40 hours. Labour regulations follow Eastern Caribbean norms.

What is the minimum wage in Anguilla in USD?

The minimum wage in Anguilla converts to approximately $6.00/hr in US dollars, based on current exchange rates. Actual purchasing power may differ due to local cost of living.

How does Anguilla's minimum wage compare to the North America average?

Anguilla's minimum wage ranks #15 out of 32 countries with statutory minimum wages in North America, placing it near the median for North America.

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